Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Trump Warns Iran Over Houthi Attacks on Red Sea Ships
President Trump said the US will blame Iran for any future Houthi attacks on ships in the Red Sea.
The Houthis, backed by Iran, attacked two Saudi oil tankers, causing fires.
Trump warned of severe military action if attacks continue.
The US has been striking Iranian targets and blocking Iranian ports.
The attacks caused oil prices to rise sharply.
President Trump warns Iran and Houthis over Red Sea attacks on Saudi oil tankers.
Houthi attacks cause fires on Encelia and Layla tankers, no casualties reported.
US conducts military strikes on Iranian targets and blocks Iranian ports.
Oil prices surge to $100 per barrel due to attacks and escalating tensions.
US Secretary of State Rubio states Iran is not ready for a deal.
- Who
- President Donald Trump, US Central Command, Yemen's Houthis, Saudi Arabia
- What
- Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers and US military response
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Red Sea
- Why
- Houthi claims of Saudi violations of maritime blockade and US accusations of Iranian involvement
US and Saudi Arabia
Iran and Houthis
Responsibility for Attacks
US and Saudi Arabia
The US and Saudi Arabia blame Iran for the Houthi attacks, considering the Houthis as a proxy of Iran.
Iran and Houthis
Iran and the Houthis claim the attacks are in response to Saudi violations of their maritime blockade.
Military Response
US and Saudi Arabia
The US has conducted strikes against Iran and warns of major military punishment if attacks continue.
Iran and Houthis
The Houthis threaten to escalate attacks if their demands are not met.
- Date
- Thursday
- Location
- Red Sea
- Targeted Ships
- Encelia and Layla
- US Response
- Military strikes and warnings
- Oil Price Impact
- Brent North Sea oil price hits $100 per barrel
