Houthis claim attack on oil tankers as US launches more strikes on Iran

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Houthis claim attack on oil tankers as US launches more strikes on Iran

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Houthi forces have claimed attacks on oil tankers in the Red Sea, coinciding with the group's declared maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia. The attacks mark an escalation in regional maritime tensions amid ongoing conflict involving Iran-backed groups.

The Houthi attacks would be the first in the Red Sea since the Iran-backed group announced a "maritime embargo" against Saudi Arabia.

World Security Conflict Politics Energy Shipping Houthis oil tankers Red Sea maritime embargo Saudi Arabia Iran-backed groups

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