Iran War Live Updates: Red Sea Turmoil Pushes Oil Past $100 a Barrel
NYT > World News·July 23, 2026

Iran's Houthi allies in Yemen have claimed responsibility for strikes on two Saudi tankers, causing the price of Brent crude to surge past $100 a barrel. The incident has contributed to turmoil in the Red Sea, further escalating tensions in the region. In response to rising tensions, the US House of Representatives cast a second vote to limit President Trump's war powers. However, the measure was blocked by Republicans in the Senate, preventing it from passing into law.
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