Houthi attacks on Israel impact Eilat port, international trade, and maritime security
Eilat’s port been closed since November due Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, creating financial stress for the city. Nevertheless, goods being rerouted to Israel’s Mediterranean ports continuing trade.
AN ISRAEL NAVY Sa’ar 6-class corvette equipped with the maritime Iron Dome missile defense system patrols off the coast of Eilat last month.(photo credit: JAMAL AWAD/FLASH90)ByNATHAN KLABIN/THE MEDIA LINE