Houthis Threaten Expanded Attacks on Saudi Oil Shipments
The Houthi militia in Yemen has threatened to intensify attacks on Saudi oil shipments in the Red Sea, claiming they have already struck a Saudi tanker called Wafa near the port city of Yanbu. The Houthi military spokesman, Brigadier General Yahya Saree, stated that the group had fired ballistic missiles at the tanker, achieving an accurate hit. This comes after the Houthis declared a blockade of Saudi shipping last month.
The exact date of the attack on the Wafa tanker is unclear, but the Houthi's claim has raised concerns about the safety and security of global oil supplies. The Saudi authorities have not commented on the incident yet. The Red Sea is a critical waterway for international trade, with many countries relying on it for the transportation of oil and gas.