Iran seeks to use Hormuz to control oil supply, while a canal proposal cuts through Saudi Arabia and Yemen, and Gulf states utilize the Red Sea pipeline.
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Updated sep 25
The latest in this situation
- Houthi attacks have disrupted Saudi oil exports, forcing crude to be rerouted through the Red Sea terminal at Yanbu.
- New pipeline route via Tabuk is established to bypass Strait of Hormuz issues.
- Saudi Arabia seeks alternatives as Hormuz near-closure forces Qatar to halt LNG and Yemen attacks disrupt Red Sea routes.
- An Iran-backed militia in Iraq struck a pipeline that bypasses the closed Strait of Hormuz.
How it started
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What happened
Iran seeks to use Hormuz to control oil supply, while a canal proposal cuts through Saudi Arabia and Yemen, and Gulf states utilize the Red Sea pipeline.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Houthi attacks have disrupted Saudi oil exports, forcing crude to be rerouted through the Red Sea terminal at Yanbu.Sub-event
Saudi Arabia seeks alternatives as Hormuz near-closure forces Qatar to halt LNG and Yemen attacks disrupt Red Sea routes.1 source
- A pipeline bypasses the Strait of Hormuz, running through Iraq and terminating at Yanbu on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia.Sub-event
Strategic shift involving Iran's goals in Hormuz, a proposed canal through Yemen/KSA, and Red Sea pipeline usage.1 source
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The entities involved
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Hormuz
city in Hormozgan Province, Iran
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Yemen
country in West Asia
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Saudi Arabia
country in West Asia
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Middle East
geopolitical region encompassing Egypt and most of Western Asia, including Iran
Related events
- Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump has issued threats regarding infrastructure targets in the area. Houthis are also attacking shipping in the Red Sea.
- Iran has targeted vessels operating within the Strait of Hormuz.
- Attacks on oil tankers occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, accompanied by advice to implement a naval blockade to force talks.
- Concerns over Strait of Hormuz security are making oil exports increasingly difficult, prompting planning for a new port.
- Houthis launched a missile attack on a Saudi airport and targeted shipping in the Red Sea.