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

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

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

Sri Lanka's Colombo port sees jump in traffic amid Red Sea tensio

Port of Colombo is a key port between Africa, the Middle East and East Asia.

17 January 2024

US attacks Houthi anti-ship missiles, vessel hit in Red Sea

About 12% of world shipping traffic accesses the Suez Canal via the Red Sea.

17 January 2024

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

Yemen's Houthis vow strong response after new US strike

The Houthis said five fighters were killed in the initial strikes.

14 January 2024