August 14, 2025 | 11:53 am
TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The national shipping company of Saudi Arabia, Bahri Yanbu, has vehemently denied recent reports alleging its involvement in the transportation of weapons to Israel. In a statement released on its website on Monday, August 11, 2025, Bahri stated, "These allegations are entirely false and without merit," as reported by Middle East Monitor.
Bahri underscored its full commitment to the policies of Saudi Arabia concerning the Palestinian cause, along with adherence to all local and international laws and regulations governing maritime transportation. The company explicitly clarified that it has never transported any goods or shipments to Israel, nor has it ever been involved in such operations in any capacity.
The company added that all of its operations are subject to stringent oversight and clear review procedures to ensure complete compliance with applicable regulations. Bahri also stated its readiness to pursue legal action against any claims that could harm its reputation or misrepresent its policies.
Bahri's denial came in response to reports from Italian media that port workers in Genoa had blocked a Saudi vessel named Bahri Yanbu. The ship was suspected of carrying weapons from the United States to Israel.
As reported by Press TV on Sunday, August 10, 2025, the vessel had arrived from Baltimore, Maryland, and was scheduled to transport military equipment manufactured by the Italian arms conglomerate, Leonardo.
The equipment included Oto Melara cannons intended for the United Arab Emirates, along with tanks and other heavy weaponry located in the terminal yard.
Despite these reports, Bahri vehemently and repeatedly denied the allegations.
Editor's Choice: French Airport Staff Suspended for Shouting 'Free Palestine' at Israeli Airline Crew
Click here to get the latest news updates from Tempo on Google News
Prabowo Assigns Danantara to Oversee Hajj Village Development in Saudi Arabia
1 jam lalu
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto assigns CEO of Danantara, Rosan Roeslani, to oversee the plan of building a hajj village in Saudi Arabia.
French Airport Staff Suspended for Shouting 'Free Palestine' at Israeli Airline Crew
14 jam lalu
Paris airport worker suspended for shouting "Free Palestine" at El Al Airlines, says Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot.
Cairo Hosts Hamas Delegation for 60-Day Gaza Ceasefire Negotiations
17 jam lalu
A Hamas delegation arrived in Cairo on August 12, 2025, to discuss a proposed 60-day Gaza ceasefire with Egyptian mediators.
Hamas Delegation Visits Cairo for Gaza Ceasefire Talks
21 jam lalu
Hamas meets with Egyptian delegation in Cairo to discuss ceasefire in Gaza
Israeli Military Chief Denied Entry to Defense Minister's Office Amid Rising Tensions
22 jam lalu
Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir was barred from the office of Defense Minister Israel Katz despite a scheduled meeting between them.
Indonesia Sends Urgent Food Aid Amid Growing Starvation in Gaza
1 hari lalu
On August 9, 2025, Israeli forces killed 47 people in Gaza, while 11 Palestinians died of starvation, the Gaza Health Ministry reported.
5 Israeli Actions That Spark Global Outrage and Shift Ally Support
1 hari lalu
The world denounces Israel for its inhumane actions, including forced displacement and the killing of journalists in Gaza.
Ex-Israeli Soldiers Managing Bali Villas Hold German Passports
1 hari lalu
The Indonesian Immigration Ministry is investigating two former IDF soldiers, allegedly managing villas in Bali, who hold German passports.
Grok Briefly Suspended on X After Gaza Comments, Elon Musk Cites Error
1 hari lalu
Grok's suspension is linked to its comments on the Israeli genocide in Gaza.
Norway's Wealth Fund Divests from 11 Israeli Companies Amid Gaza War
1 hari lalu
The entire investment of Norway's Wealth Fund in Israeli companies is being reviewed. Investments in 11 Israeli companies have been withdrawn.
