Monthly Intelligence Report May 2024

This month’s issue of the Monthly Intelligence Report covers incidents that took place between April 1 - 30, 2024, in three focus regions:

• West Africa

• Western Indian Ocean (including the Persian Gulf)

• South East Asia

Focus topic: The Red Sea – a region in crisis

This month, we are taking a look at the situation in coastal countries along the Red Sea. While Houthi attacks against commercial shipping have been the main focus in recent months, crises in other countries are also a cause of concern and should be closely monitored due to their potential longer-term impact in the maritime environment. Furthermore, various countries try to increase their influence in this strategically important region. 

In addition, the report provides a brief update on the maritime implications of the war in Ukraine.

This month's risk and threat assessment

In the report's assessment, the main incidents are put into a broader context to highlight current threat levels and potential changes for maritime operations. Moreover, the report includes forecasts that cover the main concerns in the coming weeks.