The Strait Before the Storm: Iran's Next Move in the Red Sea The Bab al Mandeb Strait, a critical waterway connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, has become a focal point in the ongoing conflict between the US and Iran.
According to reports, Tehran has asked its Houthi allies in Yemen to prepare for a possible closure of the strait if American forces target Iran's power infrastructure.
The Bab al Mandeb Strait is often overlooked as a strategic chokepoint, but its importance cannot be overstated.