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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The Houthi Movement in Yemen: Ideology, Ambition, and Security in the Middle East
Author: Peter Salisbury
This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Houthi movement's origins, their ideological motivations, and their strategic role in the regional power struggle between Iran and Saudi Arabia, which is essential for understanding the motives behind attacks on maritime infrastructure.
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