Houthis claim attack on Saudi oil tankers in Red Sea
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Houthis, Saudi Arabia
Red Sea
July 22, 2026
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Yemen's Houthi group claimed missile and drone attacks on two Saudi oil tankers, ENCELA and LAYLIA. The attacks were in response to a maritime blockade imposed by Saudi Arabia. UKMTO confirmed reports of a tanker being struck and catching fire.
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Author: Peter Salisbury
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