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The Iran-backed Houthi militia in Yemen has declared a Red Sea blockade on Saudi Arabia, escalating tensions in the Middle East. This move could open a new front in the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Iran. The Houthis, who control large parts of Yemen, have been supported by Iran in their years-long war against a Saudi-led coalition. The blockade announcement threatens to disrupt global shipping through the strategic Bab el-Mandeb strait, a key chokepoint for oil and trade. Markets are likely to react with heightened risk aversion, as any disruption to Red Sea shipping could spike oil prices and increase volatility in energy and shipping stocks. Traders should monitor for any retaliatory actions by Saudi Arabia or the US, which could further destabilize the region and amplify intraday speculative moves in crude oil and safe-haven assets.
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