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Turning to the Middle East, a British-flagged shipping vessel carrying a cargo of Saudi fertilizer has reportedly sunk in the Red Sea following an attack by Iran-backed Houthi rebels. The incident has sparked fears of escalating regional tensions and environmental hazards, as the vessel’s cargo could pose a threat to marine ecosystems if leaked. It also signals a growing peril for maritime navigation in critical global trade routes, with potential ripple effects on supply chains and regional stability.