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Iran Threatens to Close Bab-el-Mandeb Strait Amid Escalating War Fears

The Strait of Hormuz is virtually shut amid the US-Israel-Iran war in West Asia | File Image

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News18•10-03-2026, 00:24

Iran Threatens to Close Bab-el-Mandeb Strait Amid Escalating War Fears

•Iran plans to close the strategic Bab-el-Mandeb Strait if the US escalates its military campaign.
•This move follows the virtual shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz due to the ongoing conflict.
•Decision linked to potential US/Israel strikes if Mojtaba Khamenei is chosen as the next Supreme Leader.
•Global crude oil and natural gas prices have surged, with major producers like Saudi Aramco cutting output.
•US President Donald Trump faces pressure to control oil prices, exploring options with G7 counterparts.

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