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Houthi forces conduct at least one confirmed strike on shipping or infrastructure in or near the Bab al-Mandab strait before 2026-11-15

probability 84% deadline 2026-11-15 (46d left) Security

Posted 2026-09-29 — 47 days before the deadline, stated before the outcome.

The claim

Houthi forces conduct at least one confirmed strike on shipping or infrastructure in or near the Bab al-Mandab strait before 2026-11-15

Reasoning trace

  1. Iran signals regional oil-safety threats via IRGC
  2. Houthis advance toward Bab al-Mandab positions
  3. Attack is executed on shipping or coastal target
  4. Strike is publicly reported and attributed

Evidence so far

0 confirming · 0 denying signals · 0 verified · 0 broken assumptions. The evidence itself is part of the full dossier.

Probability history

Updated 1 time since mint (last on 2026-09-29) — 78% at mint → 84% today.

What to watch

  • leading indicator The Houthi military media or Yemeni government issues a statement claiming an attack on a commercial vessel in the Bab al-Mandab strait
  • leading indicator Lloyd's List or a major maritime insurance publication reports on updated war risk premiums for the Bab al-Mandab region
  • milestone A major underwriter (e.g., Lloyd's of London syndicates) issues a public notice or circular regarding increased war risk in the Bab al-Mandab strait

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