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Saudi Red Sea shipping routes costly
The increasing threats from the Houthis against shipping in the Red Sea have led some oil tankers to alter their routes around Africa, resulting in higher costs, an increase of about 15 days in the journey duration, and greater fuel consumption. Since tensions began in July, Saudi oil flows through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait have decreased by 50%, significantly impacting energy prices and oil supplies to Asia. This situation underscores the strategic importance of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait as a vital passage, with any disruptions there potentially causing serious repercussions for global shipping and oil exports.
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