Saudi condemns Houthi blockade: How will the rest of the world be impacted?
Summary
Saudi Arabia condemned the Houthi group in Yemen after the Houthis announced they would set up a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia. The Houthis intend to disrupt shipping near a key route for global oil exports, raising concerns about higher risks to world energy supplies amid ongoing regional tensions.Key Facts
- The Houthis in Yemen declared a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia, aiming to respond to what they call a Saudi siege on Yemen.
- Saudi Arabia said it will take all necessary actions to protect its ships and keep trade flowing.
- The maritime route affected is near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, a crucial passage for oil shipments linking the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.
- About 4.1 billion barrels of oil passed through this strait in 2024, representing roughly 5% of global oil trade.
- The Strait of Hormuz, another vital oil route, is already closed due to conflict involving the US, Israel, and Iran.
- Closing both the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandeb would block about 25% of the world’s oil and gas supply.
- The conflict in Yemen began over a decade ago, with the Houthis controlling the capital Sanaa since 2014, and Saudi Arabia supporting Yemen’s recognized government since 2015.
- The situation has caused one of the worst humanitarian crises, with ongoing fighting and disruptions to shipping and aid deliveries.
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