West Asia conflict LIVE: Houthis take over key Red Sea island to control Bab al-Mandeb strait
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Hundreds of people have died since the Iran-backed Houthis launched an offensive around Bab al-Mandab, a vital artery for Saudi oil exports
In a significant strategic gain, Houthis claim control of Yemen’s entire Red Sea coastline Middle East Eye Iran war live: Houthis take control of Yemen’s entire Red Sea coastline Al Jazeera
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