Houthis Obsession: Mystery Oil Tanker Targeted 3 Times in the Red Sea
Sputnik International
The Yemeni militia launched a guerilla campaign against merchant shipping in the Red and Arabian Seas, targeting Israeli-owned vessels. The recent focus has been on the Liberian-flagged Delta Atlantica tanker, attacked thrice by Houthi forces in the Red Sea. Another ship, the Panama-flagged Oil Phoenix, was also targeted. Despite the attacks, both vessels and crew are safe.
The reason for the Houthis’ fixation on Delta Atlantica remains unclear, but suspicions point to its possible connections to Israeli ports. The relentless attacks by the Houthis have disrupted global shipping, impacting super yachts and commercial vessels alike. The US and UK have tried to counter the militia’s actions with bombing campaigns, but their efforts have fallen short.
The blockade imposed by the Houthis has severely affected trade routes, with impacts on fuel bills and insurance costs for shipping companies. The ongoing conflict threatens the stability of marine traffic in the region and highlights the challenges faced by global economies due to geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea.