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EU bolsters Red Sea mission amid reports Houthis may shut Bab el-Mandeb

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas visited Djibouti and signed a new security agreement to strengthen Europe's naval presence, as reports say Tehran has asked the Houthis to shut the Bab el-Mandeb if the US strikes Iranian infrastructure, threatening a second global shipping chokepoint.

As U.S.-Iran Tensions Escalate, Iran Has Reportedly Told a Key Ally To Stand Ready To Close Another Waterway

As U.S.-Iran Tensions Escalate, Iran Has Reportedly Told a Key Ally To Stand Ready To Close Another Waterway

Iran has reportedly told Yemen's Houthis to close the Bab el Mandeb strait in the Red Sea if clashes with the U.S. continue to escalate and Tehran makes the call.

International Business Times

Iran asks Houthis to prepare for Red Sea shutdown if US strikes power sites

Iran asks Houthis to prepare for Red Sea shutdown if US strikes power sites

Iran has requested the Houthi group to be ready to close the Red Sea oil route. This action would occur if the United States targets Iranian power infrastructure. The Houthis have completed preparations to deploy missiles and drones near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This potential disruption could further strain global…

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After the 'Invincible Red Line' Hormuz, Iran Reportedly Prepares Red Sea Blockade as Trump Escalates Infrastructure Strike Threats

Iran has reportedly directed Yemen’s Houthi movement to prepare for the closure of the Red Sea oil route, a crucial global energy supply channel, in the event of a U.S. attack on Iranian power infrastructure.

Iran tells Houthis to close Red Sea gateway if US hits power network, sources say

In a significant escalation, Iran has directed Houthi militias to get ready to obstruct the Red Sea oil passage should the United States carry out strikes on Iranian power facilities. Sources indicate that the Houthis are already positioning missiles and drones in proximity to Bab el-Mandeb strait. This potential blockade…

The Economic Times

Iran eyes the Red Sea: How it can control the vital maritime chokepoint

Iran has signalled that it could expand pressure beyond the Strait of Hormuz to another of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait at the southern entrance to the Red Sea. The warning comes as disruptions in Hormuz continue to strain global energy markets and shipping.

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Saudi Arabia is building a giant car-free region beside the Red Sea, but its futuristic city plans have changed

Back in 2017, Saudi Arabia announced something that sounded almost too big to be real, an entire new region along the Red Sea coast, bigger than Belgium, built from scratch around clean energy, zero cars and a completely new way of living. Called NEOM, the project's most famous piece was…

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What Is the Bab el-Mandeb Strait? Why Iran's Latest Threat Could Shake the Global Economy

What Is the Bab el-Mandeb Strait? Why Iran's Latest Threat Could Shake the Global Economy

The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, often called the "Gate of Tears," has emerged as one of the world's most closely watched waterways after Iran and its Houthi allies signaled it could become the next major flashpoint in the escalating Middle East conflict.

Iran threatens to cut off vital seaways in response to Trump's renewed blockade

Iran threatens to cut off vital seaways in response to Trump's renewed blockade

After closing the Strait of Hormuz, Tehran on Wednesday threatened to shut additional energy export routes including the Bab el-Mandeb gateway to the Red Sea, a major global shipping route through which Saudi Arabia exports its oil. The warning comes after the US launched a fresh round of strikes on…

After Hormuz, Iran turns to Red Sea gateway as new pressure point

After Hormuz, Iran turns to Red Sea gateway as new pressure point

Iran is signaling potential closure of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait via its Houthi allies. This move risks disrupting global trade and vital energy supplies through the Red Sea. Houthi attacks on shipping have already forced major companies to reroute vessels. Analysts suggest Iran is widening the conflict and increasing pressure…

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'Maldives of the Middle East': Saudi Arabia's Red Sea project takes shape

'Maldives of the Middle East': Saudi Arabia's Red Sea project takes shape

Saudi Arabia is developing a luxury Red Sea destination of untouched islands, coral reefs, desert and mountains to entice the world’s most exclusive travellers.

Saudi Arabia Reportedly Considering Move To Reduce Its Reliance On Hormuz Strait As Iran Seeks To Tighten Its Grip

Saudi Arabia Reportedly Considering Move To Reduce Its Reliance On Hormuz Strait As Iran Seeks To Tighten Its Grip

Saudi Arabia is reportedly considering expanding its pipeline to the Red Sea to reduce its reliance on the Hormuz Strait.

International Business Times

British military says cargo ship reports being under attack in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen

British military says cargo ship reports being under attack in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen

A cargo ship faced an attack Sunday off Yemen's coast in the Red Sea, near Hodeida. Unknown assailants targeted the vessel, prompting an investigation. This incident follows recent threats from Houthi rebels to resume attacks on shipping. The region has seen increased maritime incidents, including piracy, impacting global trade routes.

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Cargo ship reports being attacked in the Red Sea, maritime agency says

Cargo ship reports being attacked in the Red Sea, maritime agency says

"Vessels are advised to transit with caution and report any suspicious activity to UKMTO," the agency said.

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Cargo ship under attack 'by unknown armed assailants' in Red Sea, says British military

A cargo ship faced an attack in the Red Sea near Yemen's coast, the UK military confirmed Sunday. The vessel reported being targeted by unknown armed individuals. Investigations are underway, with no immediate details on the ship or any damage. While Houthi rebels have previously threatened such actions, no group…

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Hormuz, Suez, Taiwan Strait: Why the world’s supply chains now need war-room planning

Global supply chains face unprecedented threats as maritime chokepoints become geopolitical battlegrounds. The US-Iran conflict highlighted how disruptions in vital waterways like the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb trigger widespread economic fallout, from soaring freight rates to increased inflation. Other critical routes, including the Suez, Taiwan, Malacca, and Panama…

Evening Standard

OPINION - The Strait we ignore may be the one that hurts Britain most

Yet again the Strait of Hormuz dominates headlines as the on-off peace talks grind on with no clear end in sight. President Trump still shouts about it in full caps on Truth Social. Television producers still show on repeat the same map: Iran on one side, Oman on the other.…

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Suez Canal sees oil tanker surge amid Strait of Hormuz disruption

Egypt's Suez Canal saw a significant rise in oil tanker traffic and revenue in April. This surge is linked to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, forcing ships to use the Red Sea route. Broader vessel traffic also increased. This unexpected boost benefits Egypt's foreign exchange earnings, though overall…

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Will Iran give up on ceasefire talks as strait of Hormuz blockade continues?

Chokehold on shipping route draws Houthis in Yemen back into conflict as commenters see ‘no turning back’

Houthis join Iran war fight, threatening Red Sea shipping amid Hormuz closure

Yemen's Houthis declared a ban on Israeli shipping in the Red Sea and claimed a missile strike on Israel, with the Bab el-Mandeb and Hormuz blockades now simultaneously threatening roughly a third of the world's seaborne oil and gas.

The Times of India

'Exit the country': India issues advisory as Israel-Iran strikes reignite fears of wider conflict

Israel and Iran exchanged fire on Monday as their conflict entered its 100th day, placing an already fragile ceasefire under severe strain and increasing fears of a wider regional confrontation. Adding to concerns over maritime security, the Iran-backed Houthis announced a ban on Israeli shipping through the Red Sea, one…

The Economic Times

Iran Guards threaten 'new fronts' over Israel's Lebanon offensive

Iran's Revolutionary Guards threatened to open "new fronts" and keep the Strait of Hormuz closed over Israel's offensive in Lebanon, state media reported on Monday. The Tasnim news agency earlier reported that Iran and its allies would "activate other fronts, including the Bab al-Mandab Strait" at the entrance of the…

The Independent UK

As Iran war threatens undersea cables in the Strait of Hormuz, is it time to rethink the internet?

IN FOCUS: Undersea internet cables form the backbone of all worldwide connectivity, enabling bank transfers, messaging, and critical services to function. But as global conflicts threaten crucial chokepoints through which they run, how can the critical cables be protected? Alex Croft reports

Four Seasons opens a stunning new resort on the Red Sea

Found on Shura Island in Saudi Arabia, the luxury property has a spa, three swimming pools and a 1.3km-long beach.

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EU considers running undersea cable under the North Pole to link Europe to Asia — Polar Connect aims to bypass the Strait of Hormuz and Russia by 2030

The EU is planning an undersea cable that goes under the North Pole to connect to Asia. This route avoids geopolitical hotspots like the Red Sea and the Persian Gulf but will have to weather the harsh Arctic.

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