Iran-backed Houthis claim missile attack on Saudi Arabia

Iran-backed Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for a missile attack on Saudi Arabia, marking an escalation of tensions in the region. The attack comes as the US military has intercepted and disabled a tanker attempting to breach the American blockade on Iranian ports. The blockade is part of ongoing efforts to restrict Iran's access to international trade and commerce. The incident highlights the complex and volatile nature of Middle Eastern geopolitics.

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