1 of 1
Story summary
- The Houthis, an Iran-backed militant group, have significantly disrupted oil shipping through the Red Sea.
- Their attacks deter many shipping operators, forcing longer and costlier routes around Africa.
- A ceasefire in late 2025 paused attacks to regroup, while the Houthis remain a shipping threat.
- Saudi Arabia relies on these routes for oil exports, with shipments through the Red Sea port reaching about 70% of pre-war levels.
