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What happens on Perim Island could affect us even more than a US war against Iran

CNN Portugal12 September 2026 at 16:46

Global oil prices have climbed back above $100 per barrel. This rise is directly linked to the conflicts in the Middle East, which have generated significant concerns about possible prolonged disruptions to global oil supply.

The Bab el-Mandeb strait, located at the entrance to the Red Sea, has become a critical point in this crisis. Fighting with the Houthis in this region is threatening a maritime route of vital strategic importance for international trade and the global economy.

The situation on Perim Island, which controls access to the Bab el-Mandeb strait, could have even more significant repercussions than a potential US war against Iran. Any change in the control or stability of this island could directly affect the flow of oil through this crucial route.

This report is from CNN International.

Why this matters

Readers directly face the impact of this conflict through rising fuel prices, which can affect the cost of living and the economy at large. The disruption at the Bab el-Mandeb strait, a strategic waterway, can have severe consequences for global trade and supply chains. This article follows the worsening of conflicts in the Red Sea region, where Houthi attacks have been intensifying.

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