Maritime Traffic Slows in Bab al-Mandab as Iraqi Oil Exports Continue Through Strait of Hormuz

Specialized maritime tracking data indicates a significant slowdown in shipping activity through the Bab al-Mandab Strait, reaching its lowest levels in months following recent targeted strikes on oil infrastructure in Jizan and Yanbu. Meanwhile, vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz remains cautious, with shipping lines maintaining heightened security protocols. Despite regional maritime disruptions, data confirms the successful passage of two supertankers carrying Iraqi and Emirati crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz, demonstrating the resilience of Iraqi crude exports to global markets amid ongoing regional tensions.