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Yemen has threatened to close the Bab al Mandeb Strait.
Bab al Mandeb Strait
Who
Yemen
What
Yemen has threatened to close the Bab al Mandeb Strait.
When
Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:27:22 GMT · 1h 37m ago
Where
Bab al Mandeb Strait · 12.7500°, 43.4167°
Why
The threat is made amid potential US-Iran war.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
The Bab al Mandeb Strait is a critical maritime passage. Its closure could lead to oil prices reaching $200 a barrel.
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