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Yemen forces claim key gains near Bab al-Mandeb
Original: Yemen forces claim key gains near Bab al-Mandeb: What’s the latest?
Forces in Yemen say they have made significant advances near the Bab al-Mandeb strait, a critical maritime chokepoint linking the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden. The claimed gains come amid ongoing conflict in the country, and attention is focused on whether the advances could affect shipping through one of the world's busiest waterways.
Why now: The Bab al-Mandeb strait is strategically vital for global shipping, so any military gains there raise concerns about regional stability and trade routes.
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