Major news: Yemen's Houthi rebels stated that, if necessary, they are "fully prepared militarily and have all options available" to join Iran's camp, posing risks to Red Sea shipping.
If the situation in Iran deteriorates, they might target the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait, opening a new front.
Commentary: The Houthis' statement effectively turns the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandeb Strait into a new battlefield, adding a fatal risk to global shipping and energy trade. This represents a coordinated deterrence by Iran’s allied forces—should Iran face pressure at the Strait of Hormuz, the Houthis could lock down Western sea lanes from the Red Sea flank, creating a dual-strait encirclement that would exponentially increase the military costs for U.S. and Israeli aggression.
Original source: toutiao.com/article/1860733816110091/
Disclaimer: The views expressed in this article are solely those of the author.