Houthis claim to have attacked two Saudi oil tankers for violating naval blockade

The Houthi movement reported that it attacked two Saudi oil tankers overnight, alleging they violated the naval blockade imposed by the group. The claim has not been independently verified.

The Houthi movement (Ansar Allah) reported that it attacked two Saudi oil tankers overnight, stating they violated the naval blockade the group has imposed on Saudi Arabia. The incident follows a series of Houthi attacks on Saudi targets, including a strike on a Saudi airport earlier this month and threats to airlines. The Houthis have also previously claimed to have seized oil tankers in the Red Sea. The latest report has not been independently verified.

3 developments

1. 08:37 · 23 JulLatest

   Saudi Arabia confirms attack on one tanker; vessels identified as ENCELIA, LAYLA.

2. 08:17 · 23 Jul

   Houthis identify the two targeted Saudi oil tankers as ENCELA and LAYLIA.

3. 06:56 · 23 Jul

   Houthis claim to have attacked two Saudi oil tankers for violating naval blockade

• Developing17:18 · 23 JulHouthis reportedly attacked two Saudi oil tankers in Gulf of Aden, Israel Hayom says
• Strong16:00 · 27 JulHouthi spokesman: Drone strike targeted Saudi oil facilities from east to Yanbu
• Strong10:05 · 5 AugHouthis vow to continue naval campaign, target Saudi oil tankers in northern Red Sea
• Developing23:37 · 31 JulHouthi military spokesman claims eight Saudi oil tankers rerouted due to naval blockade

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