Yemen's Houthis announce 'maritime embargo' on Saudi Arabia

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Yemen's Houthis have announced a 'maritime embargo' against Saudi Arabia. This embargo is a response to a Saudi blockade of ports and airports in Houthi-controlled north-western Yemen. The Houthi military spokesman stated that the embargo would begin immediately. The Bab al-Mandab Strait, a crucial waterway, is being closed to Saudi vessels as part of this action.