Saudi airstrikes hit Yemen's rebel-held Mokha airport as Houthis capture strategic island

The Yemeni Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, have seized a strategic island in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critical passage for global oil shipments. This move heightens tensions in the region as it threatens Saudi oil exports, a major global concern. Simultaneously, Saudi airstrikes targeted the Mokha airport in rebel-held areas, underscoring the escalating conflict. This development signals a significant shift in the power dynamics and could have far-reaching implications for regional stability and international trade routes.