Somali President Warns of Economic Fallout From Houthi Attacks on Shipping

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has warned that his country is suffering severe economic consequences from escalating Houthi attacks on maritime traffic in the Bab al-Mandab Strait.

Mohamud linked the economic strain facing Somalia to the targeting of shipping by the Ansar Allah movement, commonly known as the Houthis.

His remarks highlighted the repercussions for Somalia of insecurity along the maritime passage, with disruption at sea translating into economic pressure on the country.

The president also addressed Israel’s objectives in Berbera. The available summary did not detail those objectives or provide further information about his remarks on the issue.