Middle East Tensions Escalate as Israel Rejects US Deal and Houthis Claim Attacks
Israel's prime minister has rejected US President Donald Trump's proposed deal for Gaza, stating that Israeli forces will not withdraw from the territory until Hamas disarms. The rejection comes as tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate, with the Houthis claiming attacks on a Saudi oil facility and a Yemeni port.
The Houthi rebels in Yemen said they had launched drone strikes against two major oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, including the Shaybah oil field, which is one of the country's largest. They also claimed to have targeted a key port in Yemen, further disrupting trade and commerce in the region.
In related news, the Strait of Hormuz has been at the center of rising tensions between Iran and the US. The strait is a critical waterway for global oil supplies, and any disruptions could have significant economic implications.