Consider the following statements:
Statement I - Sumed pipeline is a strategic route for Persian Gulf oil and natural gas shipments to Europe.
Statement II - Sumed pipeline connects the Red Sea with the Mediterranean Sea.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
a. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II explains Statement I
b. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct and Statement II does not explain Statement I
c. Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect
d. Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct