Houthis Strike Saudi Oil Facility and Yemeni Port Amid Regional Tensions
The Houthi rebels in Yemen have launched attacks on a crucial government-held port and an oil facility in Saudi Arabia, according to their spokesperson. The attacks, which occurred on Sunday, were reportedly in response to Saudi drones breaching Yemen's airspace.
A key target was the Hodeidah port on the Red Sea, which is a vital lifeline for millions of people in Yemen. The port has been under threat from the Houthis before, but this latest attack has raised concerns about the humanitarian crisis in the region.
The Pentagon has also announced that it is urging the US defense industry to boost weapons production in response to the growing tensions in the Middle East. This comes as the US and Iran continue to negotiate a deal over the management of the Strait of Hormuz.