How Houthi military aggression in Red Sea threatens Africa
Last month, the Houthis’ capture of territory in the Red Sea gave it some veto over shipping through the strategic Bab al-Mandab strait.
Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait Houthi control of Bab al-Mandab might seem implausible, given foreign powers’ many navies based in nearby Djibouti.
African maritime expert Tim Walker believes the Houthis are seeking not so much financial gains from targeting Red Sea shipping as domestic and international legitimacy and recognition to shape the region.
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