The Houthi rebels have opened a new front in the Iran war, sparking concerns about a potential blockade of the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a critical maritime route for global trade. This move could have disastrous effects on the global economy, as the strait is one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world.

Blockade of strait, one of the world's busiest maritime routes, would prove disastrous for global economy.