- Yemen's Houthi rebels struck four southern Saudi cities, wounding about 73 people and setting oil installations and at least one airbase area ablaze.
- The attacks have driven oil prices higher (Brent above $99) and are contributing to tight fuel markets and record U.S. diesel prices.
- The incident is tied to a wider U.S.–Iran confrontation at sea—both sides have exchanged fire and Iran has warned of a "maritime exclusion zone," risking further disruption to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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