Houthi Rebels Claim Responsibility for Deadly Strike on Saudi Oil Facility

Iran-backed Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a deadly strike on a Saudi oil facility in Yemen's Red Sea Port of Mokha. The attack left at least seven people dead and has raised concerns about regional tensions.

The incident occurred on August 9, 2026, and has been linked to the ongoing conflict between the Houthi rebels and the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen. The rebels have stated that they carried out the strike as a response to what they perceive as aggression by Saudi Arabia and its allies.

While there is no official confirmation of the extent of the damage, reports suggest that several oil tanks were damaged or destroyed during the attack.