Yemen's Houthi rebels reportedly planning to charge transit fees for Red Sea shipping
A Yemeni government minister has claimed that Houthi rebels, in coordination with Iran, are developing a plan to levy fees on vessels navigating the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait in the Red Sea. The official stated that this information is based on verified intelligence. This strait serves as a vital global maritime route, particularly for the transport of Saudi oil to international markets. Reports indicate that Houthi representatives discussed this initiative with Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps during the funeral of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
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