GENERAL11 Sept 2026
West Asia conflict LIVE: Houthis take over key Red Sea island to control Bab al-Mandeb strait
On 11 September 2026, Yemen's Houthi fighters took over Mayyun Island, also called Perim, after government forces withdrew. The island sits in the middle of the Bab al-Mandeb strait and splits it into shipping lanes. This gives the Houthis full control of a key route for Saudi oil exports and global shipping, so freight costs and delays may rise for importers.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Boats carrying armed Houthi fighters reached Mayyun Island, also known as Perim, on Friday, 11 September 2026.
- Yemeni government forces withdrew from Perim Island the day before, completing the Houthi push to control the area.
- Bab al-Mandeb is a vital artery for Saudi oil exports, and hundreds of people have died since the Houthi offensive around it began.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If your goods move through the Red Sea, ask your freight forwarder or shipping line about the current route, insurance cover and likely transit delays before you promise delivery dates to customers.
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