Kaifan Tanker Hit by Projectile in Strait of Hormuz as Houthi Threat Raises Red Sea Risks
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Updated · Bloomberg · Jul 23
Kaifan Tanker Hit by Projectile in Strait of Hormuz as Houthi Threat Raises Red Sea Risks
3 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Jul 23
Summary
Kaifan, a Kuwait Oil Tanker Co. oil-products vessel, was struck by an unknown projectile northeast of Oman’s Limah on Tuesday, according to UK Maritime Trade Operations and EOS Risk Group.
The attack came as renewed hostilities were already emptying the Strait of Hormuz, adding to pressure on one of the world’s most critical shipping lanes.
Regional maritime risks also widened after Houthi rebels threatened to blockade Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea, extending concern beyond the Gulf into another key energy corridor.