Yemen's Houthi group, aligned with Iran, said it carried out attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, raising fears of a new disruption to global oil supplies. The militants claimed the strikes as part of a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia. The Red Sea has become a key alternative route for oil exports, especially from Saudi Arabia, after shipping through the Strait of Hormuz faced disruptions.
Meanwhile, the US military announced it launched another round of strikes on Iran, ordered by President Donald Trump. This marked the 12th consecutive night of American attacks. The US actions are part of ongoing operations against Iranian targets.
The Houthi attacks and US strikes heighten tensions in the region, with potential impacts on oil shipments through two critical waterways—the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected.