A swift Houthi advance has taken control of critical Yemeni ports, handing Iran influence over two of the Middle East’s most vital maritime routes. The move raises concerns over potential disruptions to global oil shipments, as the rebels consolidate their grip on key strategic waterways. Analysts warn the development could heighten regional tensions and destabilize energy markets. The shift underscores Iran’s growing leverage in a fragile and highly contested area.
The Houthi rebels' lightning offensive that seized control of key ports in Yemen has expanded Iran's control over the two most important routes in the Middle East, threatening global fuel supplies.
