A Greek tanker carrying Saudi crude has exited the Red Sea with its transponder off, while another Chinese vessel and Russian cargoes are heading toward the Bab el-Mandeb strait, amid heightened risks following Houthi attacks.
The move comes as tensions escalate in the region, with ships and tankers increasingly taking precautions to avoid potential strikes. The Bab el-Mandeb strait, which connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden, is a critical waterway for global shipping and oil trade.