Red Sea Shipping Slows After Houthi Attack On Saudi Oil Sites, Data Shows
Eleven commodity vessels passed through the Bab el-Mandeb strait on Sunday, the lowest level in months

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Eleven commodity vessels passed through the Bab el-Mandeb strait on Sunday, the lowest level in months
India's energy security remains highly vulnerable to disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea, with a simultaneous closure of both chokepoints capable of pushing Brent crude prices to USD 130-135 per barrel, according to a report by CareEdge Ratings released on July 29, 2026.40% of crude imports at riskAround 40% of India's crude oil imports and a significant share of its LNG and LPG supplies depend on the Strait of Hormuz, the rating agency said. Brent crude had already peaked at around USD 115 per barrel in May 2026 following disruptions at the strait, and currently stands at USD
The tankers are the first evidence of vessels carrying Saudi crude for India going dark by turning off their transponders.
The maritime artery is critical for delivering big quantities of Saudi crude to international market.