Event Brief
Italy to deploy warships to protect Bab al-Mandeb shipping
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 17, 2026 at 11:06 PM ET
Summary: Italy’s defence minister said Italy will deploy warships to protect shipping through the Bab al-Mandeb. The minister warned that if the strait becomes impassable, Italy could face severe economic fallout, citing EU delays.
WHO: Italy’s defence minister
WHAT: Said Italy will deploy warships to protect shipping through Bab al-Mandeb.
WHEN: Sep 17, 2026 at 10:53 PM ET
WHERE: Italy
WHY: The minister warned that severe economic fallout would result if Bab al-Mandeb becomes impassable, bypassing EU delays.
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