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The Bab el-Mandeb Strait

[ca_topic  source="IE" source_url="https://indianexpress.com/article/explained/explained-global/bab-el-mandeb-strait-houthi-saudi-blockade-explained-10798188/" subject="Mapping"] Context: Yemen's Houthi rebels announced a targeted naval embargo on Saudi Arabia through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, threatening to block oil tankers transiting the Red Sea. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait About The Bab el-Mandeb Strait: What It Is? The Bab el-Mandeb Strait (translating to Gate of Tears in Arabic) is a …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 3 JULY 2026

The current affairs article covered key governance, international relations, economy, science, and environment topics relevant for UPSC. It examined India's updated crèche guidelines, highlighting childcare safety, labour law compliance, and reforms following the Bengaluru daycare abuse case. The 16th India–Japan Annual Summit strengthened cooperation in defence, technology, clean energy, supply chains, and the Indo-Pacific. Other …

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The Gulf of Aden

Source: News on AirSubject: Mapping Context: The Indian Navy's mission-deployed stealth frigate, INS Trikand, successfully foiled a piracy attempt on the merchant vessel MV Golden Arsenal in the Gulf of Aden. The Gulf of Aden About The Gulf of Aden: What It Is? The Gulf of Aden is a highly strategic, deepwater marine basin that …

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Bab el-Mandab Strait

Source:  NDTV Subject:  Geography/ Mapping Context: The Bab el-Mandab Strait, known as the Gate of Tears, faces renewed threats of closure as Yemen-based Houthi rebels escalate ballistic missile attacks amid the widening Middle East conflict. About Bab el-Mandab Strait: What It Is? The Bab el-Mandab is a strategic maritime chokepoint and one of the world’s …

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Djibouti

Source:  NDTV Context: Over 180 migrants are missing after four boats sank between Djibouti and Yemen, highlighting the dangers of illegal migration routes in the Horn of Africa. About Djibouti: Located in: The Horn of Africa, at the junction of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. Capital: Djibouti City, a major deepwater port and …

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