Iran states that it may close the critical Strait of Mandeb if its territory or islands are attacked.
Details are as follows: 1. The Strait of Mandeb is a narrow passage connecting the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Arabian Sea. 2. Approximately 12% of global maritime oil is transported through the Strait of Mandeb. 3. The Strait of Mandeb is the world's fourth largest shipping chokepoint. 4. If both the Hormuz and Mandeb oilfields were shut down, total production capacity loss could approach 25 million barrels per day, accounting for approximately 25% of global supply.
Iran states that it may close the critical Strait of Mandeb if its territory or islands are attacked.
Details are as follows:
1. The Strait of Mandeb is a narrow passage connecting the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Arabian Sea.
2. Approximately 12% of global maritime oil is transported through the Strait of Mandeb.
3. The Strait of Mandeb is the world's fourth largest shipping chokepoint.
4. If both the Hormuz and Mandeb oilfields were shut down, total production capacity loss could approach 25 million barrels per day, accounting for approximately 25% of global supply.