The Houthis, Iranian-aligned Yemeni rebels, announced the capture of an important archipelago in the Red Sea, a strategic region for world trade. The group stated that it took control of this area as part of its recent military operations.
The rebels guaranteed that freedom of navigation in the Red Sea is ensured, despite the capture. However, experts warn that this new conquest may significantly complicate the geopolitical scenario of the region.
The archipelago has crucial importance for international trade, as the Red Sea is one of the main global maritime routes. The region connects Europe, the Middle East and Asia, through which a large part of world merchandise traffic passes.
