Saudi ports
Coverage of Saudi ports in the Nexus archive.
- Chinese Oil Tanker U-Turns in Red Sea After Houthi Attack Threat
A Chinese oil tanker reversed its course in the southern Red Sea following threats from Houthi rebels in Yemen to attack vessels traveling to or from Saudi Arabian ports. The decision was made in response to warnings issued by the rebels, prompting the large crude carrier to alter its route.
- Houthis warn shipping companies against using Saudi ports, Reuters reports
The Houthis warned shipping companies via email that using Saudi ports for cargo operations could result in sanctions or targeting by Yemeni Armed Forces. The message, sent through the Houthis' Humanitarian Operations Coordination Center, emphasized avoiding Saudi port activities to prevent becoming potential targets.
- Iran and US trade more attacks as Houthis threaten blockade
Iran targeted US radar and air defense installations in the Gulf, warning of future attacks as conflict escalates. Houthi rebels in Yemen threatened a blockade of Saudi ports, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards stopped two non-compliant oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.