U.S. & U.K. Ships Successfully Navigate Red Sea After Houthi Ceasefire

For the first time in months, six U.S. and U.K.-linked ships have transited the Red Sea safely after the Houthis vowed to halt attacks.

This follows a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which took effect on January 19, 2025, significantly reducing regional tensions.

While the Houthis have paused attacks on most vessels, they still threaten Israeli-owned or flagged ships, keeping risks high.

No commercial ship has been attacked since December 2, 2024, but the Joint Maritime Information Center warns that threats in the Red Sea remain.

Global shipping giants like Maersk and MSC are still avoiding the route, citing security concerns despite the ceasefire. Global shipping giants like Maersk and MSC are still avoiding the route, citing security concerns despite the ceasefire.

Experts warn that full recovery of Red Sea shipping could take months, and any new military action could reignite tensions instantly.

For now, the Red Sea is open, but the maritime industry remains on high alert—will this fragile peace hold?