Houthis Claim Major Advance in Yemen and Tighten Grip on Red Sea Shipping Lane The latest developments on the western Red Sea coast have marked a significant shift in the conflict ridden landscape of Yemen.
The Iran backed Houthis claim to have seized Perim Island, situated at the mouth of the Bab al Mandab Strait, tightening their grip on the international shipping route.
This strategic gain comes after the Houthi capture of the port city of Mokha from Saudi backed pro government forces.