Edmund Fitton-Brown
Coverage of Edmund Fitton-Brown in the Nexus archive.
- Iran and Houthi terror proxy facing Red Sea threat from pro-US African nation
Iran views Somaliland's potential as a pro-Western, pro-Israel foothold near the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait as a strategic threat to its influence via the Houthi terror group. The U.S. and Israel's engagement with Somaliland could disrupt Iran's Red Sea shipping operations, prompting Houthi threats to escalate attacks. Experts suggest Somaliland's recognition by Israel and ties with the U.S. and UAE have intensified Iran's opposition.
- Could Somaliland base emerge as US foothold against Iran, Houthis in key sea lanes?
The U.S. is considering establishing a military base in Somaliland to counter Iran and Houthis in critical Red Sea and Gulf of Aden routes. The move comes as tensions rise over control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key shipping lane. The U.S. has existing bases in Djibouti but faces growing political friction there.