Bab el-Mandeb Strait

March 26, 2026

Kharg Island Versus Red Sea and Bab Al-Mandab Security; Iran Threatens to Expand The Conflict

Iranian officials warned United States against possibility of targeting Iran's Kharg Island, threatening if once it is targeted, Bab Al-Mandab and Red Sea will become insecure and a vital arena for war. What is the importance of this island to Iran?!
March 22, 2026

European Union Intends to Deploy ASPIDES Red Sea Security Force to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

European Union Council is moving towards authorizing ASPiDES mission, which was tasked years ago with securing  Red Sea, to open and secure Strait of Hormuz. However, observers believe that involving ASPIDES forces gives a dangerous signal...