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Houthis Deny Plans for Red Sea Shipping Fees

Updated 2026-08-02 03:10 UTC 1 source Neutral

Yemen’s Houthi-run maritime authority denied reports of planned toll fees on commercial vessels passing through the Bab el-Mandeb strait. The denial came as a response to recent media speculation about potential charges, emphasizing free passage.

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The Hill
Yemen’s Houthi-run maritime authority pushed back on Saturday against reports that the group is considering charging toll fees to commercial vessels passing through the Bab el-Mandeb strait, saying ships can continue to pass through the waterway without paying. The Humanitarian Operations Coordinati
2026-08-02 02:44 UTC
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