Houthi Bersiap Tutup Laut Merah, Tinggal Menanti Restu IRGC Di Yaman?

Shocking news emerged from the Middle East on July 16, 2026. Iran reportedly asked the Houthi group in Yemen to prepare to close the Bab el-Mandeb Strait—a vital shipping lane connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden—if the United States launched an attack on Iran's power grid and energy infrastructure. Three sources quoted by Reuters confirmed that this message had been conveyed to the Houthi leadership, who reportedly had already positioned missiles and drones around the strategic strait, awaiting a single order to act. This threat emerged amidst the escalating US-Iran war, which has been escalating since early July 2026, after a temporary ceasefire collapsed. Throughout the week, Iran attacked US military bases in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan. The US retaliated with airstrikes in southern and northern Iran, including the area around Tehran. Brent oil prices briefly reached US$85 per barrel. If the Houthis actually close the Bab el-Mandeb, the world faces a worst-case scenario: two of the world's most vital energy routes—the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb—would be disrupted simultaneously. The impact would not only be felt by Middle Eastern countries, but also by fuel prices, logistics, and basic necessities in Indonesia and around the world. Check out our complete analysis of the latest developments, the impact on the global economy, and what it means for us all. #IranUSWar #BabelMandeb #StraitOfHormuz #MiddleEast2026 #InternationalNews #LatestIran