Houthis capture Perim island in Bab al-Mandab strait
Iran-backed Houthi forces have taken control of Perim island within the Bab al-Mandab strait. This development follows reports that government forces withdrew from the area after losing other locations recently. Saudi Arabia stated it shut down a major oil pipeline as a precautionary measure following drone attacks.
Iran-backed Houthi forces have taken control of Perim island within the Bab al-Mandab strait. This development follows reports that government forces withdrew from the area after losing other locations recently. Saudi Arabia stated it shut down a major oil pipeline as a precautionary measure following drone attacks.
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