Houthis Allege Indian Ocean Attack Over Weekend
Over the weekend, Houthis announced an expansion of their military operations, according to a televised statement.
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Gunfire in Red Sea Signals End of a Week of Relative Calm
After a brief period of eight days without any incidents, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations report incident in the southern Red Sea.
More US Sanctions on Iran-Linked Oil Tankers
US imposes sanctions on more tankers & associated entities for their roles in transporting Iranian goods that finance the Quds Force, Houthis & Hezbollah
Chinese Tanker is Target of Houthi Missile Attack
Dispelling speculation that Chinese vessels would be allowed safe transit through the Red Sea, a Houthi missile attack targeted a Chinese tanker on Saturday.
China, Russia Allegedly Given Safe Red Passage by Houthis
According to Bloomberg, Yemen's Houthis have agreed not to attack Chinese and Russian ships navigating through the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Armed Guards Exchange Fire in Pirate Attack on Tanker
On Thursday, Ambrey, a UK-based security company, disclosed an assault on a commercial ship positioned 109 nautical miles south of Nishtun, Yemen
CMA CGM & Saudi's Folk Maritime Collaborate on Red Sea Service
French shipping giant CMA CGM is teaming up with Folk Maritime, an emerging feeder and short-sea navigation company based in Saudi Arabia.
IMO States That Red Sea Salvage Not Yet Feasible
Salvage teams won't start clearing debris from Houthi assaults until peace is restored, declared the leading authority on maritime regulation yesterday.
US Urges Panama to De-flag Iran Sanction-Evading Tankers
The US State Department's Special Envoy for Iran urged Panama to withdraw registration from Iranian tankers accused of sidestepping sanctions.
Houthis Threaten to Reach Deeper into Indian Ocean
The Houthis' goal is to block ships associated with their adversaries from navigating past the Cape of Good Hope.
Remaining Filipino Tanker Crew Released by Iran
Iran has released the remaining crew of the Greek-owned tanker St Nikolas, detained by its military forces in the Gulf of Oman since January.
Houthi Financial Network Targeted by New Sanctions
OFAC intensifies efforts against entities facilitating Iranian goods shipments connected to Sa’id al-Jamal, a figure linked to Corps-Qods Force.
Houthis Increasing Grip on Shipping in Red Sea
Following their initial successful attack on a vessel, Houthis have declared any ship entering their territorial waters must secure a permit.
Houthi Drone Shot Down in Red Sea by Italian Warship
The Italian Navy destroyed a drone over the Red Sea, acting in defense under the European Union's new naval operations in that region.
230 Houthi Targets in Yemen Hit by U.S.
Senior Pentagon official discloses that the US has targeted 230 locations in Yemen in response to Houthi-led assaults on vessels in the Red Sea.
Saudi Arabia Welcomes New Container Shipping Line
Saudi Arabia sees the inception of a new feeder & short-sea shipping venture aimed at establishing connections between the kingdom & Red Sea ports
High Demand for Norwegian Cruise Line Despite Red Sea Woes
Shares of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings saw an uptick in pre-market trading following the company's announcement of its 2024 projections.
Subsea Cable Damage Reported of Yemen Coast
Following alerts regarding the potential threat from Houthi rebels to underwater cables in the Red Sea, fiber-optic cable off Yemen has been cut.
4 Charged by U.S. for Smuggling Iranian-Made Weapons Into Yemen
The U.S. has brought charges against four individuals following the interception of a dhow carrying Iranian-produced arms in the Arabian Sea.
Efforts Underway to Save Bulker After Houthi Strike
The Belize-flagged bulk carrier, Rubymar, which sustained damage from a missile strike by Houthi rebels, remains buoyant despite water ingress.