Yemen : Houthis announce resumption of ban on Israeli ships in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden

Sana’a – March 11, 2025 -- The Houthi militia announced on Tuesday the resumption of a ban on Israeli ships passing through the Red Sea, the Arabian Sea, Bab al-Mandab, and the Gulf of Aden. This decision comes after the expiration of the deadline set by Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi for mediators to pressure Israel into opening border crossings and allowing humanitarian aid into the Gaza Strip.
The statement emphasized that the group will strictly enforce the ban, warning that any Israeli vessel attempting to violate the restriction will be targeted. The measure, according to the Houthis, will remain in effect until Israel reopens the crossings and permits the entry of humanitarian aid into Gaza.
Key Points from the Houthi Statement:
•Resumption of the ban on Israeli ships in the Red Sea, Arabian Sea, Bab al-Mandab, and the Gulf of Aden.
•Immediate enforcement of the ban upon the announcement.
•Israeli ships attempting to defy the restriction will be targeted.
•The ban will remain in place until humanitarian aid is allowed into Gaza.
This development comes amid rising regional tensions and escalating Houthi operations in the area, as international actors work to mitigate the impact of the crisis on maritime security and global trade.
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