Safety · Thursday, 23 July 2026
Houthis say they attacked two Saudi tankers; Saudi Arabia says one ablaze in Red Sea
Houthi militants claimed attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, with Saudi authorities confirming one vessel is on fire.
TL;DR
The tanker Encelia reported a fire after being struck by an unknown projectile, while the Houthis claimed to have used ballistic missiles and drones. The attack threatens to create a second maritime chokepoint in the region, further destabilizing global oil supply routes.
Reuters22 Jul, 22:47 BST
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