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The United Arab Emirates accused Iran of attacking an ADNOC vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes killed at least nine people in southern Lebanon, marking one of the deadliest attacks since a truce began. Additionally, Iranian-backed Houthis attacked a crucial Red Sea port in Yemen.

Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar condemned an Iranian-backed Houthi attack on a ship off Yemen, which killed three Pakistani nationals, amid growing fears that the violence could reignite Yemen’s civil war. Separately, Turkey condemned Colombia for recognizing Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights, stating the move violated international law and emphasizing the territory's integral part of Syria.

Houthi attacks have caused fatalities in the Red Sea, killing six people and marking the first deaths in the area in over a year. Additionally, U.S. strikes were reportedly aimed at a containership after several cargoships and containerships were hit in the Red Sea and Gulf of Oman.

An airstrike on July 13 struck the runway of Sanaa airport in Yemen, preventing an Iranian flight from landing. This aircraft was transporting a high-ranking Houthi delegation.

Yemen’s internationally recognised government's foreign minister, Afrah Alzouba, discussed Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping with UN envoy Hans Grundberg. The attacks threaten international navigation, and the UN envoy emphasized preventing regional escalation and promoting a political solution for Yemen's stability.

Saudi Aramco’s second-quarter profit rose 33% due to higher oil prices and strong refining margins, despite lower export volumes caused by disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb. The company maintained operations using infrastructure like the East-West pipeline and Red Sea terminals but faces challenges diverting prewar export levels. Aramco plans to expand export capacity to address future disruptions.

Oil prices fell as diplomatic efforts to end the US-Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz stalled. Analysts warned that shipping threats have increased, with Houthi strikes and uncertainty over Tehran's approval of Oman's temporary shipping plan delaying normal flows.

Leaked emails reveal Israel's Elbit Systems discussed selling advanced Hermes 900 drones and SkyEye sensors to the UAE following a 2022 Houthi attack on Abu Dhabi. The $225m deal, described as urgent, aimed to enhance UAE surveillance capabilities after a missile and drone strike targeting oil infrastructure and an airport. The UAE normalized relations with Israel under the Abraham Accords in 2020.

Leaked documents suggest Elbit Systems was in discussions to sell advanced drones to the UAE. The Gulf state requested six strategic surveillance systems following a 2022 Houthi attack, but it remains unclear if the sales were finalized.

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth warned that escalating tensions in Iran and Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities pose 'very real' threats to global oil supplies, with risks expanding to key shipping routes like the Strait of Hormuz, Red Sea, and Black Sea. Oil prices have risen amid geopolitical uncertainty, and Chevron reported a 20% annual production increase despite the challenges.

London’s marine insurance market expanded the Red Sea high-risk zone following renewed Houthi attacks on commercial vessels. The Joint War Committee adjusted the risk zone boundary on 29 July, affecting insurance coverage and premiums for ships in the area.

Saudi Arabia is seeking to form an international coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks, with the coalition's composition still under discussion with multiple countries. The Saudi Center for International Communication has not yet responded to a request for comment.

Saudi Arabia is seeking to build an international coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks, according to two sources. The coalition's composition remains under discussion with dozens of countries.

The US-Iran war has negatively impacted Egypt's economy, with new threats from the Houthi group in Yemen expected to worsen the situation. Egypt is striving to maintain good relations with all involved parties.

Tensions escalated in the Middle East following US-Saudi attacks on Iraq's Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF), which killed at least 10 members. Iran denied involvement in projectile attacks on Saudi targets, while the Houthi movement claimed to have shot down a Saudi drone in Yemen. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) targeted oil tankers and a US base in Jordan, vowing to counter US and Saudi actions.

Saudi Aramco closed the Jazan oil refinery following a Houthi attack. The company plans to complete repairs and restart operations by 15 August.

Saudi Aramco closed its Jazan refinery after a Houthi attack damaged the facility, disrupting operations at a 400,000-barrel-per-day refinery. The attack damaged the refinery’s gasification complex and storage area, with repairs expected to resume operations by August 15. A Houthi spokesperson confirmed strikes on Jazan and Yanbu facilities, escalating regional tensions.

Tanker traffic through the Red Sea's Bab el-Mandeb Strait increased to a four-day high amid progress in US-Iran talks, alleviating pressure on oil shipments as the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Rising traffic follows tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi group.

Saudi Arabia's Aramco suspended operations at the Abqaiq oil processing and stabilisation facility following a Houthi attack. The attack occurred on Monday, leading to the halt at a major oil facility.

Oil prices fell over 7% following a two-day pause in hostilities between the US and Iran in the Gulf. Despite President Trump’s threat of renewed attacks, the US military faces ordnance shortages, while Houthi attacks in the Red Sea disrupt shipping routes, increasing Saudi Arabia’s reliance on the Suez Canal for exports.

An Asia-bound supertanker carrying Saudi oil has taken the longer Suez Canal route instead of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait due to Houthi threats. Other vessels continue to navigate the riskier Bab el-Mandeb Strait despite heightened uncertainty in the region.

A lull in US-Iran strikes has shifted focus to President Trump's limited options, including renewed negotiations, escalation risks, or a stalemate, amid dwindling US military resources. Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia indicate ongoing regional tensions despite the temporary calm.

Ukraine has conducted strikes on Iranian vessels in the Caspian Sea, prompting Iran to accuse Kyiv of a 'hostile and criminal act.' Concurrently, Saudi military actions targeting Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen are contributing to a broader escalation of conflict in the Middle East.

Iran reported no U.S. strikes overnight for the first time in two weeks, but tensions remain high due to recent conflict over the Strait of Hormuz. Sirens were sounded in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain, and Iran's Houthi allies attacked Saudi oil tankers, prompting regional military responses.

Saudi Arabia intercepted two ballistic missiles from Yemen, as reported by Greek security sources to Reuters. The incident occurs amid escalating conflict in a second front of the Iran war, involving the Iran-backed Houthi militia attacking Red Sea shipping.

Iran reported no U.S. strikes overnight, ending a 13-night streak of attacks, but tensions persist over control of the Strait of Hormuz. Sirens in Saudi Arabia and Bahrain indicated potential threats, while recent clashes involved Iran, the U.S., and Gulf Arab states, raising concerns about regional shipping routes.

Saudi Arabia's air defenses intercepted two ballistic missiles launched from Yemen, targeting oil refineries in Yanbu. The Greek-operated air defense system downed the missiles, and Saudi authorities issued warnings to residents in Jizan and Yanbu following Yemen's Houthi group's threat to retaliate.

The Saudi-led coalition conducted strikes on Houthi-controlled Hodeidah governorate. The attacks targeted areas under Houthi group control in the region.

Trump states he has not decided on major Iran strikes as Tehran escalates tensions. The Saudi-led coalition attacks Houthi targets in Yemen, the US bombs Islamic Republic sites, and Iran retaliates with regional strikes.

A Greek tanker carrying Saudi crude exited the Red Sea with its transponder off, while another Chinese vessel headed toward Bab el-Mandeb as Houthi attacks heightened risks for commercial shipping.

Brazil faces a coup, and Guyana mourns 65 fatalities from a ferry sinking attributed to a drugged crew. Houthi missile attacks on Red Sea tankers have driven Brent crude oil prices above US$100.

Houthi attacks are influencing the routing of Saudi crude shipments, though oil continues to move despite rising prices. Experts are monitoring Red Sea tankers for clarity on the Houthi blockade's impact.

The U.S. military is increasing its presence in the Middle East as President Trump threatens Iran over Houthi attacks. Saudi Arabia has not responded to Trump's condition that joining the Abraham Accords is required to finalize a U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal.

Trump claims Iran is responsible for Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, referring to the Yemen rebel group as a proxy of Iran. He states that attacks by the Houthi against US allies in the Gulf will be considered Iranian attacks.

US President Donald Trump vowed 'major military punishment' for Iran and Houthi allies after Yemeni fighters attacked Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, causing global oil prices to surge over US$100 a barrel. Fears of expanded disruption in shipping routes led to a 6% rise in Brent crude prices.

September rate hike odds rose to 82%, Brent crude exceeded $100 due to Houthi attacks on Saudi tankers and Trump's threats against Iran, and the Dow lost 458 points.

Trump warns Iran will face major military punishment for Houthi attacks on Saudi ships. Israeli mayors reopen public bomb shelters amid fears of Iranian attack, while Rubio states Tehran is paying the price for breaking a deal. Iran criticizes the US as domineering and has targeted Jordan and Kuwait.

Brent crude rose to over $98 a barrel after the Houthi rebel group claimed attacks on Saudi Arabian tankers in the Red Sea.

Houthi attacks threaten to disrupt Saudi Arabia’s oil lifeline, causing Asian refiners to face potential delays as tankers avoid the Bab al-Mandab route.

Yemenis fear a Houthi maritime embargo on Saudi Arabia may reignite war, worsen food shortages, and increase hunger.