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By-the-numbers graphic on the Bab al-Mandab strait: about 4 million barrels of oil transit daily; the Red Sea and Suez route carries 12 to 15 percent of global trade; the strait is 18 miles wide; Houthis declared a Saudi blockade July 20; as of July 22 no ship attacks are confirmed.

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Houthis declare a Red Sea blockade of Saudi Arabia at the Bab al-Mandab chokepoint — what's confirmed, what isn't

Yemen's Houthis say ships serving Saudi ports can no longer safely pass the Bab al-Mandab strait. Saudi tankers are turning back and a naval group warns of missiles and drones nearby — but as of July 22 no attacks are confirmed and the strait is not closed. What transits, and what's still unknown.

July 22, 2026, 10:00 AM ETGraphic: DWC News

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Prince George will start Eton College this September, Kensington Palace confirms

Kensington Palace confirmed Prince George, second in line to the throne, will start Eton College this September — following his father William and uncle Harry. What's confirmed, what the £63,298-a-year school costs, and where other senior royals were educated.

July 22, 2026, 10:00 AM ET