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Houthis reportedly seize all islands in the Bab al-Mandab strait

The Houthis reportedly seized all islands in the Bab al-Mandab strait, expanding their reported control over a critical maritime chokepoint. Independent confirmation and additional casualty figures remain unavailable.

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Control of all islands near Bab al-Mandab could significantly increase threats to international shipping, energy flows and nearby civilian populations.

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