Australian mining giant BHP Billiton Mining (BHP) Group has been forced to reroute its cargo routes around Africa due to the turmoil in the Red Sea.。The decision comes in response to successive drone and missile attacks by the Houthi militant group that have caused damage to this important global trade route.。

Houthi forces have been harassing targeted vessels in the Red Sea region, including those of the Fast Mast Company.。On January 5, Fast Mast announced the evacuation of its container ships from the Red Sea region due to rising risks。This decision was further confirmed when the Houthi militant group fired three anti-ship ballistic missiles at an American container ship operated by Fast Mast.。The U.S. Navy, which escorted the vessel, successfully intercepted the missile and reported no casualties or damage to the vessel.。

The United States and Britain have launched a crackdown on the Houthi militant group in an attempt to stop the group's attacks on ships on the Red Sea route.。India is also deploying more warships in the surrounding waters.。Global commodity markets remain relatively calm despite transport disruptions。since hamas attacked israel on october 7, brent crude futures fell about 5%。

The leader of the Houthi militant group, Abdul-Malik al-Horsi, said they would stop attacks on boats only before aid reaches Palestinians in the Gaza Strip.。This escalation has led to an escalation of tensions in the region and has had a significant impact on global trade routes.。