GENERAL
Red Sea Oil Route: Saudi Arabia’s Risky New Lifeline
Saudi Arabia is increasingly rerouting oil exports through the narrow Bab el-Mandeb Strait, aiming to bypass potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. This strategic pivot, however, introduces significant risks due to the strait's vulnerability to attacks from Houthi rebels and Iran's missile capabilities. The move underscores the delicate balance between global energy security and regional geopolitical instability.