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Saudi Oil Reroutes Hit Capacity and Security Limits

When Iran shut down the Strait of Hormuz, Saudi Arabia quickly redirected its oil flows to the Red Sea.

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Saudi Arabia's oil rerouting efforts are facing significant challenges as the country seeks alternative routes for its exports. The initial redirection of oil flows to the Red Sea following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has become compromised due to the Houthi blockade. This has prompted Saudi Arabia to reroute its oil to Egypt, but even this new path is now threatened by security concerns. The recent drone strikes on two LNG tankers in the Egyptian port of Damietta underscore the risks associated with these rerouting efforts, leaving Saudi Arabia with limited options for its oil exports.

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