Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:34pm on 19 Dec 2023,Tuesday International
Amid Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, HMS Diamond joins a US-led maritime task force. A one-way drone and missile hit oil tanker SWAN ATLANTIC, prompting US Central Command's deployment. BP halts Red Sea shipments, impacting global oil prices, with Brent crude rising 3% to $78.88 per barrel. Downing Street engages freight firms, while nations, including the UK, participate in Operation Prosperity Guardian to safeguard shipping. Houthi attacks raise concerns, leading France to collaborate with allies against disruptions. Shipping firms pause activities, contributing to fears of supply chain disruptions and potential petrol price hikes. Security measures intensify as global tensions heighten.
