Houthi official says Bab al-Mandeb may be closed

Threats and Consequences: The Bab al-Mandeb Strait in the Crosshairs

A senior official from Yemen’s Houthis has issued a stark warning to the international community: close …

After Pulling Back, Oil Prices Resume Their Rise

Global commerce is facing a perfect storm as oil prices have resumed their ascent, exacerbating the already fraught shipping routes that crisscross the Middle East. The recent …

Iran War Live Updates: Trump Pressures Countries to Open Vital Shipping Route

Tensions in the Middle East have reached a boiling point, with the conflict between Iran and its adversaries entering its third week. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route …