The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have taken control of a strategic Red Sea coastline, further complicating shipping routes in the region. At the same time, strikes inside Saudi Arabia forced the shutdown of a criti
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Iran-Backed Houthis Take Effective Control of Bab al-Mandeb Chokepoint
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11.09.2026
Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen claim new attacks on Saudi Arabia
abcnews.com
13.09.2026
Iran-backed Houthis seize near control of vital Bab el-Mandeb shipping lane
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11.09.2026
Houthis take control of Yemen’s entire Red Sea coast, reports say
aljazeera.com
11.09.2026
Iran-backed Houthis seize Red Sea coastline, tightening grip on vital shipping lane
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11.09.2026
Iran-US war latest: Houthis claim attack on Saudi base as military advance in Yemen intensifies
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13.09.2026
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