Houthis Claim Attacks on Saudi Shipping in Red Sea, Consider Imposing Transit Fees

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed attacks on Saudi vessels in the Red Sea, disrupting tanker traffic and raising fears of further escalation. Reports indicate the Houthis are considering imposing transit fees on commercial ships passing through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a move that could provide funding and increase their control over the strategic waterway.