Houthis Claim Attack on Saudi Oil Tanker in Red Sea

The Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen have claimed responsibility for attacking a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea. The Houthis stated that their forces hit the vessel with a ballistic missile, resulting in a fire breaking out on board and causing nearby ships to flee.

The statement from the Houthis said that the strike was accurate and direct, with multiple ships in the area fleeing as a result of the attack. This incident comes as part of the Houthi's pursuit of a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia.