Kuwait condemned the Houthi group’s threats against Saudi shipping, reaffirming support for Riyadh and the need to protect navigation under international law. The Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs criticized the Houthis’ allegations and urged the international community to uphold UN Security Council resolutions regarding Yemen and maritime security in the Red Sea.
At an emergency UN maritime meeting, Gulf states and Western nations condemned Iran for escalating tensions that have left 20,000 seafarers stranded on 3,200 vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Delegates criticized Iran’s attacks on commercial shipping, calling them “unprovoked” and “unjustifiable,” urging international action to protect vital waterways.
The Netherlands has urged the European Union to label Yemen’s Houthi movement as a terrorist organization following their attack on the Dutch cargo ship Minervagracht. Dutch Foreign Minister David van Weel highlighted the ongoing threat to maritime safety, linking the assaults to the broader conflict involving Israel and Gaza.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas has escalated tensions in the region, impacting international shipping. A recent attack by Houthi rebels on the Dutch-flagged cargo ship Minervagracht highlights the growing threat posed by these Iranian-backed forces, raising concerns about maritime safety and potential disruptions in global trade routes.
