# Houthi offensive on Bab al-Mandeb may bring ‘tremendous leverage’, analyst says

https://mins.news/en/item/51922

- France 24, 2026-09-09 19:35 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/houthi-offensive-on-bab-al-mandeb-may-bring-tremendous-leverage-analyst-explains

> The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said on Wednesday that Iran-backed Houthi rebels had launched new attacks in southern Saudi Arabia after beginning an offensive to seize control of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Analyst Adam Baron said simultaneous disruption of shipping in the Red Sea and Gulf could provide “tremendous leverage” to press for a resolution.

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