Despite the fact that the Houthi armed forces in Yemen have not launched attacks for a long time, ship traffic through the Red Sea has remained slow in recent weeks. The Joint Maritime Information Center (JMIC) stated that although no attacks have occurred since the organization announced a ceasefire last month, the number of ships navigating the Gulf of Aden remains stable. In its weekly updated report, JMIC noted: 'Although inactivity can be seen as an improvement in maritime security, the threats faced by commercial vessels have not changed according to JMIC, and it is advised that the industry remains vigilant.' Executives from the world's largest shipping company warned that any actions to return to the Red Sea could be slow due to the unpredictable tensions in the Middle East. Cargo owners continue to favor bypassing the southern tip of Africa, a longer but safer route.