Red Sea Shipping Under Fire: A suspected Houthi attack hit the Egyptian-owned cargo vessel Tihamah in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, killing at least three crew members (including three Pakistanis and one Indonesian reported) and also killing two rescue-force personnel as a second strike targeted the evacuation effort; Yemen’s coastguard and transport ministry gave differing tolls while UKMTO and Ambrey said the vessel was hit by an unknown projectile near Perim Island, with authorities investigating. Regional Trade Risk: The attack adds to shipping uncertainty as Bab el-Mandeb traffic remains pressured by wider disruptions, with the Houthis having declared a Red Sea maritime embargo/blockade last month. Djibouti’s Maritime Role: The Tihamah was reportedly en route from Salalah via Djibouti, underscoring the port’s link to high-risk routes. Fuel Market Watch: Bunker fuel availability stayed tight in Singapore and Port Klang, with suppliers citing longer lead times for VLSFO/HSFO as inventories remain below pre-conflict levels. Djibouti in Global Security: Japan deployed a Kawasaki P-1 patrol aircraft to Djibouti for anti-piracy operations off Somalia, expanding air coverage from Djibouti-based bases. Local Business/Policy: Djibouti was listed among football federations backing FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid governance controversy.