Aljazeera Source
Feb 24, 2024 #Yemen #Houthis #BabAlMandabStrait
The Red Sea is one of the busiest shipping routes in the world and one that’s been a source of contention for some time. Houthi fighters in Yemen have been targeting vessels – they say – are linked to Israel since the war on Gaza began. They’ve also recently banned ships from the U.S. and Britain from their surrounding waters. Vessels being re-routed have caused considerable delays. Major powers like the United States, the UK and China have found themselves pulled into the crisis. They’re also launching a multinational force to protect trade – which the EU is now joining.
