Tense Israel in waiting as attack threat looms

In Haifa, public bomb shelters have been equipped with digital systems so they can be unlocked remotely during an attack.

8 August 2024

Israel shoots down missile fired from Yemen

Hamas' allies include Iran-backed groups such as the Houthis, Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iraqi paramilitaries.

22 July 2024

Red Sea shipping disruption threatens Maldives supplies

"The indirect impact will be very big in the future if this goes on," an official of STO.

24 December 2023

US, UK, French military shoot down Houthi drones

Sarea said the Houthis would continue their attacks "until the aggression stops and the siege on the Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip is lifted".

11 March 2024

Yemen's Houthis enter Mideast fray, hardening spillover fears

Houthi missile and drone attacks on Israel have increased the risks of conflict for Saudi Arabia.

1 November 2023

Israel keeps pounding Gaza, Houthis vow more Red Sea attacks

U.N. officials voiced outrage about the plight of Gaza's hospitals, which lack supplies and safety.

20 December 2023

Shipping giant Maersk prepares to resume operations in Red Sea

"With the OPG initiative in operation, we are preparing to allow for vessels to resume transit through the Red Sea both eastbound and westbound."

25 December 2023

Shipping firms take first steps towards Red Sea return

CMA CGM is among container lines to have introduced surcharges due to the re-routing of vessels.

27 December 2023