Houthis' Grip on Yemen Chokepoint Sparks Fears of Escalating Conflict

The Houthis have been waging a campaign of intensified strikes against Saudi Arabia and rival forces on the ground, putting the Axis of Resistance in control of another global energy trade chokepoint.

The Bab el-Mandeb, a vital corridor to the Suez Canal, has already seen disruptions from past attacks by Ansar Allah, further straining international shipping.

Saudi Arabia and its allies are facing mounting pressure as fuel costs surge and the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues to destabilize the oil market.

Experts warn that a full-scale invasion or intervention may be the only option left for Washington and Riyadh, but this would come with significant risks, drawing parallels with the Vietnam War and Afghanistan conflicts.