The Houthis’ shock advance and what it means for the world – podcast

The Houthis now control the Bab al-Mandab strait. But where is it and why does it matter? Patrick Wintour explains Remember that time a few years ago when few of us spared a thought for commercial shipping routes and strategic waterways? How times have changed. Now, you’d be…

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