Strait of Tensions: The Middle East Conflict Escalates The conflict between Iran, Saudi Arabia, and their allies has pushed the region to a critical juncture.
A fresh round of US strikes against Iranian targets has been met with a threat from Yemen's Houthi rebels to impose a naval blockade on Saudi shipping through the Bab el Mandeb Strait.
Mediators are pushing for a 10 day ceasefire between the US and Iran, but this initiative is seen as a long shot.