US Iran War News | Global Trade At Risk As Bab el-Mandeb Strait Faces Multi-Layer Threat
A silent but dangerous escalation is unfolding at sea, centred around the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critical artery for global trade. Analysts warn of a layered disruption strategy, from potential blockades and missile or drone strikes to naval mines, armed boat assaults, and even cyber or signal interference targeting navigation systems. Unlike conventional warfare, this is asymmetric strategy at sea, aimed not at capturing territory but at disrupting flows, raising costs, and exerting global economic pressure. Even the threat of disruption can force ships to reroute, adding weeks of delay and significantly increasing fuel and insurance costs
