Animal Welfare International Trade News

Livestock Stranded at Sea: Red Sea Crisis and Quarantine Delays

16,000 sheep and cattle are stranded on a ship off the coast of Australia due to Red Sea attacks by Houthi fighters in Yemen, prompting concerns for their welfare in extreme heat. The ship abandoned its journey and returned to Australia, but remains at sea pending a decision on whether some animals can be offloaded due to strict biosecurity controls. The incident highlights the far-reaching consequences of recent attacks on ships by Houthi militia, causing disruptions to global supply chains and prompting international concern for animal welfare during live exports.