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At least six killed in suspected Houthi attack on Egyptian ship in the Red Sea

At least four crew members were killed in a suspected Houthi attack on an Egyptian-owned cargo vessel in the Bab el-Mandeb strait on Tuesday along with two members of the forces deployed during a rescue mission to evacuate the ship, Yemen's coastguard said.

France 24

Houthi attack on small cargo ship in Red Sea kills three crew members, sources say

A cargo ship was attacked by Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, killing three crew members. The Tanzania-flagged Tihamah was hit by an unknown projectile off the coast of Yemen. Two Pakistanis and one Indonesian national were killed in the incident. The vessel was at anchor near Perim Island when the attack occurred.…

The Economic Times

Iran-backed Houthis strike Red Sea port of Mocha, threatening shipping routes

Yemen’s Iranian-backed Houthi rebels struck a government-held port on the country’s Red Sea coast late Sunday, escalating fears over threats to strategic shipping routes and a potential return to civil war.

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Oil spill off Oman from tanker under sanctions against Russia spreads over huge area

The Caroline Bezengi's crew first reported difficulties on June 8 off the southern Yemeni port ‌of Mukalla, two ⁠maritime ⁠security sources said, adding that initial assessments indicated that a blast occurred onboard.

The Economic Times

Iran's supreme leader appoints Guards general as military head

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei appointed Revolutionary Guards General Ali Abdollahi to the top post of the country's armed forces on Monday, while also confirming a new commander of the Guards. Earlier, Iran said the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the US met certain demands made by Tehran.…

France 24

Yemen's Houthis attack kills 11 in Yemen, hit Saudi refinery

Strikes by Iran-backed Houthi rebels on Sunday killed at least 11 people in the Yemeni port city of Mokha, says a medical source, after an earlier drone salvo targeted a Saudi oil refinery. Attacks from the armed group have increased since the 2022 truce seems to have been broken last…

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Houthi attack suspected at Saudi gas facility in Jubail; Aramco Jazan fire extinguished

Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi rebels were behind a reported attack on a gas facility in Saudi Arabia’s Jubail region, Israeli media reported on Sunday, amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. However, there was no immediate official confirmation from Saudi authorities linking the reported blast to the Houthis.

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Iran says Hormuz won’t reopen until US ‘corrects’ its behavior

Iran issued new demands for the Strait of Hormuz reopening and the UAE reported an Iranian missile attack. Yemen's military launched attacks against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in response to recent strikes. Turkey's parliament approved a draft law advancing peace efforts with Kurdish insurgents. The Strait of Hormuz remains crucial for…

The Economic Times

Houthis behind attack on Saudi Aramco gas facility in Jubail region, reports Israeli media

Yemen's Houthis are behind the attack on a gas facility in Saudi Arabia's Jubail region, Israeli media reported, after reports emerged of an explosion and fire at an industrial facility in the kingdom's eastern region.

The Economic Times

Yemeni armed forces launch multi-front operation against Houthis; warn against further escalation

Yemeni forces launched a broad military operation targeting Houthi positions on multiple frontlines. This action served as a direct response to recent offensive actions by the militia. The operation aimed to defend security and protect unarmed civilians from repeated attacks. The spokesperson issued a stern warning against further military escalation…

The Economic Times

Saudi military says Houthi attacks left 11 civilians, including child, injured near Yemen border

Houthi rebels attacked Saudi Arabia, injuring ten civilians including a child. These strikes followed earlier assaults which killed thirty Yemeni government troops. Saudi military officials condemned the Houthi actions as violations of international law. The attacks represent a significant escalation since a 2022 truce. Yemen has been embroiled in a…

The Economic Times

Houthi attacks kill at least 10 in Yemen as rebels target oil-rich Marib

At least eight members of Yemeni government forces and two civilians were killed Friday in new attacks by Houthi rebels in an oil-rich province.

France 24

How the Iran-backed Houthis' claims of deadly attacks are stoking fears of a wider regional conflict

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for deadly attacks this week. These actions escalated the conflict and raised regional concerns about wider escalation. The attacks targeted civilians and troops, and also impacted Red Sea shipping. Shipping data shows fewer tankers passing through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait recently. This disruption affects global…

The Economic Times

India stresses security of seafarers as "high priority" after Indian vessel sinks off Yemen; calls for safe, unimpeded passage

India's External Affairs Ministry stressed seafarer safety following a Red Sea vessel sinking. All thirteen Indian nationals aboard were successfully rescued by Yemeni authorities. The government is coordinating with shipping ministries and regional maritime authorities. India continues to advocate for safe and unimpeded global commerce navigation. This incident highlights ongoing…

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30 Yemen troops killed in Houthi attacks as tensions rise amid Strait of Hormuz talks

At least 30 troops from Yemen's internationally recognised government were killed and around 50 others wounded after Iran-backed Houthi rebels launched coordinated attacks on military camps in the provinces of Marib and Hadramout, marking one of the deadliest escalations since the 2022 truce.

The Guardian - UK

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey sign Nato-style defence pact amid deadly Houthi strikes in Yemen

Mecca joint defence agreement says an attack on one country will be deemed an attack on all

The Economic Times

Oil rises on concerns over Strait of Hormuz reopening plans

Oil prices experienced a significant uptick on Friday, fueled by fears surrounding the critical Strait of Hormuz. Iran and Oman are contemplating restrictions on hostile vessels, impacting market confidence. As Brent crude futures soared to $83.48 a barrel and WTI futures hit $78.84, skepticism grows regarding the restoration of standard…

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Houthi rebels kill dozens of Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces

At least 38 members of the Yemeni government forces were killed Thursday in drone and missile attacks carried out by Houthi rebels, according to medical sources. The Iran-backed Houthis claimed the attacks were in retaliation for what they described as a recent military buildup supported by Saudi Arabia.

The Independent UK

Fallout from war in Iran is leaving millions vulnerable to hunger

In Yemen, disruption of supplies through the Strait of Hormuz is compounding one of the world's worst humanitarian crises

The Independent UK

Trump says deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday

U.S. President Donald Trump says a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday

The Economic Times

4,052 stranded Indian seafarers repatriated amid West Asia crisis, says Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

Over 4,000 Indian seafarers have been safely repatriated during the West Asia crisis. Emergency response channels handled thousands of calls and emails for seafarer assistance. The government provides financial aid and support to affected seafarer families. An Indian merchant vessel was hit, but all 14 crew members were rescued. India…

International Business Times

The Houthis Said They Struck a Saudi Tanker In The Red Sea Despite U.S.-Iran Talks. Brent Crude Is Up

Yemen's Houthi rebels said they again struck a Saudi tanker in the Red Sea as they continue to enforce what they have described an embargo on the country's oil in the region.

The Economic Times

Proposed Hormuz deal would give Iran control of inbound traffic, sources say

Despite the apparent step towards yielding to Iranian demands, the sources pushed back against assertions by U.S. President Donald Trump that a deal reopening the strait was imminent, saying important details still had to be agreed.

The Economic Times

Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday

President Trump indicated a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could happen soon. Hopes for a deal eased oil prices as shipping hopes increased. Attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz continued. Iran and Oman are reportedly discussing routes for safe shipping lanes. Progress has…

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