Stranded at Sea: Thousands of Livestock in Dire Conditions

Thousands of sheep and cattle are stranded off the coast of Australia after their Israeli-owned ship was ordered to turn back due to fears of being targeted by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea. The animals have been at sea for over three weeks, and concerns are growing about their welfare as temperatures rise. While the government has stated that there are no significant health or welfare issues, animal welfare advocates are urgently calling for the animals to be offloaded. The situation has sparked debate about Australia's live export trade and the prioritization of revenue over animal welfare.