Shippers Email Houthis for Safe Passage Through Bab al-Mandab Strait
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Shippers are emailing Yemen's Houthi rebels through their Humanitarian Operations Coordination Center to get permits for safe passage through the Bab al-Mandab Strait. This practice began after the Houthis declared a blockade targeting ships linked to the US, UK, and Israel. While international maritime authorities advise against it, some vessels are contacting the Houthis for assurances, with responses typically arriving within 24 hours.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Shippers are emailing the Houthi-established HOCC for safe passage through the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
- The Houthis declared a maritime blockade targeting ships linked to the US, UK, and Israel.
- Vessels declare no affiliations with targeted nations and provide transit schedules.
- The HOCC typically responds to permit requests within 24 hours.
- International maritime authorities advise against engaging with the HOCC.
- One ship received a one-week permit and instructions to keep communication systems active.
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