After Strait Of Hormuz, Bab-el-Mandeb Emerges As Key Chokepoint
As tensions escalate in key maritime zones, focus is shifting to the strategic Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, where Yemen's Houthis are signaling increased presence. Often called the "Gate of Tears," this narrow passage connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and carries nearly 10% of global trade, including vital oil and gas shipments. With the Strait of Hormuz already under strain, any disruption at Bab-el-Mandeb could severely impact global supply chains, trade routes, and energy markets.
