News · 4 June 2026
Iran's allies plan to block Red Sea route
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Iran and its allies are planning to block a key Red Sea shipping route, the Bab el Mandeb Strait, which could affect global trade. This move is intended to punish Israel and its supporters, according to Iran's Tasnim news agency on Monday. The Strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean, and is a vital waterway for international shipping, impacting many countries.
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