Iran Is Seeking To Charge Tolls For Passage Through The Strait Of Hormuz. The Houthis Will Reportedly Seek To Do The Same

Iran-backed Houthi rebels are considering charging fees for passage through the Red Sea, following Iran's intention to pursue such a move, according to a new report. (Credit: Getty Images)

Iran-backed Houthi rebels are considering charging fees for passage through the Red Sea, following Iran's intention to pursue such a move, according to a new report.

Citing sources familiar with the matter, Reuters detailed that the group is looking into imposing the fees for most traffic going through the Bab el-Mandeb strait, which connects the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.