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Saudi oil tankers bound for India, China reroute after Houthi warning

Two oil tankers carrying Saudi crude for India and China changed course. Houthi militia warned shipping companies against loading or unloading cargo at Saudi ports. This rerouting points to potential disruptions in a key global energy shipping corridor. Vessels are now heading towards the Suez Canal instead of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Shipments could take several weeks longer if tankers avoid the strait.

21 Jul 2026 8:35 pm