Taiwan shipping giant Evergreen has said that it was suspending its Israeli cargo shipments with immediate effect due to the “escalation of war situation”, AFP reports.

It is the latest major shipping firm to suspend passage in the Red Sea following Yemeni rebel attacks in the area.

Due to “escalation of war situation in recent days, Evergreen will temporary suspend Israel import and export service due to rising risk and safety considerations with immediate effect until further notice,” Evergreen said in a brief notice to its customers.