Iran Calls Bab el-Mandeb Strait a 'Thermonuclear Weapon'
Iranian authorities refer to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait as a 'thermonuclear weapon,' as discussions focus on future governance of the strategic waterway.
Iranian authorities have described the Bab el-Mandeb Strait as a 'thermonuclear weapon,' according to a Telegram post citing discussions with officials. The characterization underscores Tehran's view of the strategic chokepoint as a critical lever in regional geopolitics.
The remarks come amid ongoing talks about the strait's operational framework going forward. Bab el-Mandeb connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, making it a vital maritime route for global oil and trade shipments.
No further details on the discussions or specific Iranian policy changes were provided in the statement.
Source: First Squawk