Eilat Port Shuts Down Permanently as Houthi Blockade Strangles Israeli Trade
Israel’s Eilat Port will permanently close due to financial ruin caused by Houthi attacks disrupting Red Sea shipping and the economic strain following Hamas’s 2023 assault. The closure impacts trade, naval operations, and regional stability, marking a significant setback for Israel’s southern gateway.
Eliana Fleming
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7/20/2025