The Houthi movement's decision to target Saudi-linked shipping in the Red Sea has raised fears of a wider regional conflict. As tensions spread from the Strait of Hormuz to the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, concerns are growing over energy supplies, global trade routes, and the risk of an even broader Middle East war.

Houthi rebels block Saudi shipping in the Red Sea. Targeting shipping by July 31 at 49.5% YES; by August 31 at 62.5% YES.

A successful effort to shut the Bab el-Mandeb Strait would strike at one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes

Shipping disruptions are emerging in key Middle East oil transit routes. Concerns are rising as vessels alter voyages due to security risks. The Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea are…

Houthi militia warnings are causing tankers to change course in the Red Sea. Two vessels altered their destinations to the Suez Canal after the blockade declaration. European…

Houthi attacks on Saudi shipping risk adding a new front to the Iran war.