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Iran's threats against this Red Sea chokepoint are a big vulnerability for the oil market
Iran's threats against the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a critical Red Sea chokepoint, pose a risk to the oil market. The Houthi allies of Iran could attack ships passing through the strait, leading to a potential spike in oil prices.
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