Iran Conflict Escalates with Houthi Attacks on Saudi Oil Sites
The Iran conflict has escalated over the weekend as Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis targeted Saudi oil installations along the Red Sea coast. This move comes despite a pause in US strikes, which had been ongoing for 13 nights.
The US military confirmed that its naval blockade against Iran remains in effect, but did not explain why it halted the series of strikes. The blockade has been enforcing restrictions on Iranian vessels since a recent escalation in tensions between the two countries.
Tehran accused Ukraine of targeting one of its vessels in the Caspian Sea, further complicating an already volatile situation. President Donald Trump hinted at a preference for diplomacy over military action, suggesting that the US may be seeking alternative solutions to resolve the crisis.