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The Houthis’ shock advance and what it means for the world
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Posted Sep 22, 2026 at 2:00 am.
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The Houthis now control the Bab al-Mandab strait. But where is it and why does it matter? Patrick Wintour explains. Help support our independent journalism at <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/infocus">theguardian.com/infocus</a>
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