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Gulf Tankers Are Running Out of Ways to Export Oil: ‘These Waters Aren’t Safe’

Friday, September 11, 2026


Ship operators are navigating increased risks in the Red Sea following Houthi militia activity in the region. The group has conducted attacks on commercial vessels passing through the waterway, which is a major route for oil tanker traffic. Multiple shipping companies have rerouted vessels away from the area, adding time and cost to export routes.

Original reporting: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/11/business/iran-war-hormuz-red-sea.html

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