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Red Sea Shipping Resumes Despite Houthi Threat

Red Sea Shipping Resumes Despite Houthi Threat

Despite renewed Houthi attacks and the expired US-Iran MOU, major container liners are resuming Red Sea transits due to congestion and cost pressures. Saudi Arabia launched the MMDC maritime coalition with 13 countries. The Red Sea crisis has entered its 1000th day.

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Updated Aug 20, 2026