Yemen's Houthi movement sent emails to shipping companies warning them not to call at Saudi ports, saying any vessel that does so could be targeted anywhere, according to a Reuters report. The warning, sent yesterday, stated that ships are prohibited from loading or unloading cargo at Saudi ports and urged companies to exercise 'utmost caution'.
The Houthi movement, which controls large parts of Yemen, has a history of threatening Red Sea shipping. The Zioneer has previously reported on Houthi warnings to airlines and shipping companies, as well as strikes on Saudi ports. According to a Reuters report, the Houthis sent direct emails to shipping companies on Monday, warning them to stay away from Saudi ports. The message stated that any vessel loading or unloading cargo at Saudi ports would be considered a target anywhere. The warning did not specify a timeframe but urged companies to exercise 'due diligence' and 'utmost caution'. The report is based on a single source, and the full extent of the threat remains unverified at this stage.
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