Red Sea Crisis

Get the latest news and expert analysis on Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea. Stay informed about maritime security threats impacting global shipping routes and both naval and geopolitical concers.


Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Containers are seen on the Maersk's Triple-E giant container ship Majestic Maersk, one of the world's largest container ships, next to cranes at the APM Terminals in the port of Algeciras, Spain January 20, 2023. REUTERS/Jon Nazca/File Photo
Shipping

U.S.-Flagged Containership Targeted by ‘Flying Object’ in Gulf of Aden

A containership operated by Maersk’s U.S.-flagged shipping arm reported an attack in the eastern Gulf of Aden as the Iranian-backed Houthis continue to

July 9, 2024
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Monday, July 8, 2024
FILE PHOTO: Containers are seen on the Maersk's Triple-E giant container ship Majestic Maersk, one of the world's largest container ships, as it sails in the Strait of Gibraltar towards the port of Algeciras, Spain January 19, 2023. REUTERS/Jon Nazca/File Photo
Shipping

Maersk CEO Warns of Prolonged Challenges Due to Red Sea Disruptions

Maersk highlighted significant challenges posed by the ongoing Red Sea situation, which has forced ships to divert around Africa, increasing costs and

July 8, 2024
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Sunday, July 7, 2024
An EUNAVFOR warship escorts a merchant vessel in the Red Sea
Defense

EU Naval Mission Says It Destroyed Two Drones In Gulf Of Aden

ATHENS, July 7 (Reuters) – The EU naval mission protecting ships crossing the Red Sea said its frigate Psara had destroyed two unmanned aerial vehicles

July 7, 2024
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Sahand Destroyer. Photo: Iranian Army
Incidents

Iran’s Sahand Warship Capsizes

By Arsalan Shahla Jul 7, 2024(Bloomberg) –Several people were injured in an accident during repair work on Iran’s Sahand destroyer, the

July 7, 2024
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Friday, July 5, 2024
U.S. military confirms Rubymar vessel has sunk after being struck by Houthi missile. Handout via REUTERS
Shipping

IMO Calls for Spill Response Aid Following Sinking of MV Rubymar

The United Nations’ International Maritime Organization (IMO) has issued an urgent call for in-kind contributions of spill response equipment to support

July 5, 2024
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oil tanker
Shipping

Supertankers Find New Trade After Houthi Ship Attacks

By Alex Longley and Jack Wittels (Bloomberg) — Some of the world’s biggest oil-hauling supertankers are instead loading up vast volumes of diesel in

July 5, 2024
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Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Smoke rises after an explosion on a ship that Houthis say is an attack by them on Greek-owned MV Tutor in the Red Sea. HOUTHI MEDIA CENTRE/Handout via REUTERS
Shipping

Houthi Explosive Drone Boat Attacks Escalate Red Sea Danger

LONDON, July 3 (Reuters) – Yemen’s Houthis are sending drone boats packed with explosives into the Red Sea as they intensify their attacks on

July 3, 2024
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The Indian Navy rescues the MV RUEN in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Somalia, March 16, 2024. Photo courtesy Indian Navy
Piracy

Houthi Attacks Fuel Resurgence of Somali Piracy

By Simon Marks (Bloomberg) — Attacks by Iran-backed Houthi militants on the Red Sea have reinvigorated piracy networks in Somalia, with criminal groups

July 3, 2024
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tanker at sea
Shipping

Abandoned Tanker Has Likely Sunk Off Yemen, Sources Say

ATHENS/LONDON, July 3 (Reuters) – An abandoned tanker that was drifting off Yemen’s coast in June has disappeared and is believed to have

July 3, 2024
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Monday, July 1, 2024
An EUNAVFOR warship escorts a merchant vessel in the Red Sea
Shipping

Shipping ‘Tonne-Miles’ Leap Most Since 2010 After Red Sea Attacks

By Eleanor Thornber and Alex Longley (Bloomberg) — A gauge of global sea transport is heading for its biggest annual jump since 2010 after attacks in

July 1, 2024
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UKMTO map shows the approximately location of Sunday's "swarm" attack. Map courtesy UKMTO
Shipping

Merchant Vessel Approached by a Dozen Small Craft in Red Sea: UKMTO

A merchant vessel was approached by a dozen small craft in the southern Red Sea approximately 13 nautical miles southwest of Al Mukha, Yemen, the UK Maritime

July 1, 2024
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Thursday, June 27, 2024
Ship Reports New Attack Off Red Sea Port of Hodeidah
Shipping

Ship Reports New Attack Off Red Sea Port of Hodeidah

DUBAI, June 27 (Reuters) – A merchant vessel reported being hit by a projectile in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen on Thursday, British security firm

June 27, 2024
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Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Aerial view of Deep water port with cargo ship and container Singapore
Shipping

Singapore Port Congestion Shows Global Ripple Impact of Red Sea Attacks

SEOUL/SINGAPORE, June 26 (Reuters) – Congestion at Singapore’s container port is at its worst since the COVID-19 pandemic, a sign of

June 26, 2024
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Tuesday, June 25, 2024
An EUNAVFOR warship escorts a merchant vessel in the Red Sea
Shipping

Unions Seek Immediate Action to Protect Seafarers in the Red Sea

The International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) and seafarers’ unions around the world are demanding immediate action to ensure the safety of

June 25, 2024
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The Galaxy Leader cargo ship is escorted by Houthi boats in the Red Sea.Houthi Military Media/Handout via REUTERS
Shipping

U.S. Sanctions Iranian ‘Shadow Banking’ Network

The United States Treasury Department has imposed sanctions on nearly 50 entities and individuals linked to a vast “shadow banking” network

June 25, 2024
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Monday, June 24, 2024
Stock image of an MSC containership
Shipping

Missile Attack Confirmed in Arabian Sea

DUBAI, June 24 (Reuters) – A merchant vessel in the Arabian Sea reported an explosion in close proximity to it on Monday, the United Kingdom

June 24, 2024
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Aerial top view of a containership underway
Shipping

Container Transit Times Soar as Red Sea Crisis Continues Unabated

The escalating conflict in the Red Sea region has disrupted international shipping routes, contributing to significantly higher transit times for the container

June 24, 2024
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Houthi Attacks on Commercial Shipping Ramp Up and Get Deadlier
Shipping

Houthi Attacks on Commercial Shipping Ramp Up and Get Deadlier

(Bloomberg) — Houthi militants are attacking commercial ships off Yemen with increasing — and sometimes deadly — effectiveness, exposing the limits

June 24, 2024
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Sunday, June 23, 2024
A flight operating crew member signals a F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet on the flight deck of the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN 69) aircraft carrier in Southern Red Sea
Shipping

US Military Says It Destroyed Three Houthi Vessels In Red Sea

(Reuters) – U.S. forces destroyed three Iranian-backed Houthi uncrewed surface vessels in the Red Sea in the past 24 hours, the U.S. Central Command

June 23, 2024
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Smoke rises after an explosion on a ship that Houthis say is an attack by them on Greek-owned MV Tutor in the Red Sea. HOUTHI MEDIA CENTRE/Handout via REUTERS
Shipping

UKMTO Says Crew Forced To Abandon Vessel Southeast Of Yemen’s Nishtun

CAIRO, June 23 (Reuters) – United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Sunday that the captain and crew of a vessel 96 nautical

June 23, 2024
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