Iran's allies threaten Red Sea attacks as mullahs choke Strait of Hormuz
New York Post • • world
Key Points:
- Iran and its Houthi proxies may target the Red Sea, particularly the strategic Strait of Bab el-Mandeb, to disrupt critical shipping routes and inflict economic pain beyond the Strait of Hormuz, experts warn.
- The Houthis have threatened a naval blockade against the US and Israel and have demonstrated missile and drone capabilities used to harass shipping following the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
- Iran’s strategy involves asymmetric warfare by targeting US allies in the Gulf, such as Qatar and the UAE, in retaliation for Israeli strikes, contributing to rising oil prices above $110 per barrel.
- Despite a significant drop in Iranian missile attacks since the war began, experts believe Iran and the Houthis are utilizing their available resources fully
