US-Iran Tensions Flare as Houthis Launch Eighth Saudi Oil Tanker Attack
US-Iran tensions continue to escalate as Iran-backed Houthis launch another attack on a Saudi oil tanker in the Red Sea. This is the eighth such attack since July 22, with the group claiming they will intensify their efforts against Saudi vessels.
President Trump weighed in on the situation, stating that the Strait of Hormuz would be open 'very soon' or Iran would face severe consequences. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said talks between Oman and Iran have made progress but no final agreement has been reached.
The US military has redirected 45 commercial vessels since the blockade was reinstated last month, according to US Central Command. Meanwhile, Lebanon and Israel held a fresh round of direct talks in Rome on Tuesday, focusing on Israel's phased withdrawal from Lebanon's south.