Under the Humanitarian Operations Coordination Center (HOCC), Yemen’s Houthis have announced sanctions against 64 shipowners whose vessels violated the naval blockade imposed on Israel.
The move follows the declaration issued by the Yemeni Armed Forces, warning maritime operators against entering Israeli ports. According to the HOCC, the sanctioned vessels had previously received pre-penalty notices cautioning them about the risks of transiting to ports under the control of what it calls the ‘usurping Israeli entity.’
Despite the warnings, the ships proceeded, prompting full sanctions not only on the violating vessels but also on the entire fleets owned by the respective companies.
The sanctions include a prohibition from navigating through the Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab Strait, Gulf of Aden, and Arabian Sea. Furthermore, the Yemeni Armed Forces stated that these vessels could be targeted if they fall within their operational reach. The HOCC also warned that entities engaging with the sanctioned companies may be subject to future penalties.
In their statement, the HOCC emphasized that the sanctions are part of a broader campaign to pressure Israel to cease its military operations and lift the blockade on the Gaza Strip.
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