Bloomberg reports that six Saudi oil tankers diverted from the Bab el-Mandeb strait and began the longer route around Africa after Houthi ballistic missile fire targeted the ships off Yemen, according to the report.
The Zioneer reported earlier today (Fri 14:33) that Bloomberg cited fear of Houthi threats as the reason six Saudi oil tankers diverted from the Bab el-Mandeb strait. The latest dispatch from Bloomberg, now reported via Telegram, adds that the tankers changed course after actual ballistic missile fire from Yemen targeted the vessels. The rerouting is part of a broader pattern of Houthi maritime attacks on Red Sea shipping, which The Zioneer has covered extensively in recent weeks, including reports of attacks on tankers off Aden and threats to the Saudi port of Yanbu. The tankers are now taking the unusual long route around Africa, adding weeks to transit time.
3 developments
- StrongHouthi spokesman: Drone strike targeted Saudi oil facilities from east to Yanbu
- StrongHouthis claim second Saudi oil tanker hit; ground clashes reported in southern Yemen
- DevelopingHouthis reportedly attacked two Saudi oil tankers in Gulf of Aden, Israel Hayom says
- StrongHouthi leader warns struggle against Saudi Arabia will continue, accuses Riyadh of blockade
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