Israeli Ports Operate Normally Amid Tensions With Lebanon

Despite an escalation in fighting with Hezbollah in nearby Lebanon and being targeted by rocket fire, Israel’s ports in the northern city of Haifa continue to operate at normal capacity, according to Israeli authorities. Haifa, the country’s third-largest city, plays a crucial role in handling Israel’s seaborne trade. Despite recent tensions and the firing of interceptors at Hezbollah rockets over Haifa bay, no damage has been reported.

The government’s port authority issued a statement confirming that there have been no changes at Israeli ports, from Eilat in the south to major Mediterranean ports in Haifa and Ashdod. The letter reassured that the ports are fully open for business and operating at full capacity. Israel’s ports are considered among the safest globally, with multi-layered security measures, high cyber security standards, and protection from anti-rocket systems like Iron Dome.

Israel’s transportation ministry, responsible for overseeing shipping and ports, stated that all activities are coordinated with the military’s home front command. The security situation is continuously assessed, with any changes communicated promptly. The letter also mentioned that Israel would provide war damage compensation for commercial vessels within the country’s economic waters. In August, the Marshall Islands ship registry maintained its highest security level for Haifa and Ashdod ports, citing an increased threat of collateral damage to merchant vessels.

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