Saudi Arabia says it shot down more drones as Houthis claim to have turned back a tanker
They publishedSaudi Arabia says it shot down more drones as Houthis claim to have turned back tanker
28 Jul, 20:31ZSaudi Arabia says it intercepted drones launched from Iraq targeting oil facilities - Reuters
First reportReuters · 28 Jul, 20:31Z
Latest reportSouth China Morning Post · 28 Jul, 22:17Z
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Why it matters
What
Saudi Arabia said it destroyed drones targeting eastern oil facilities, while Houthis said missiles forced a tanker to turn back.
Why
The claims underscore persistent risks to energy infrastructure and Red Sea shipping despite paused US-Iran confrontations and ongoing mediation.
Watch
Iraq is investigating alleged launches from its territory, as regional authorities monitor further attacks and the NCC Ghazal’s movements.
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Summary
- Iran launched multiple ballistic missiles at American forces in the Middle East, intercepted by U.S.
- Saudi Arabia said it intercepted drones from Iran-backed militias targeting eastern petroleum facilities.
- Houthis claim to have fired missiles at the Saudi oil tanker NCC Ghazal, forcing it to turn back.
- A blockade of Saudi shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb area heightened Red Sea security risks.
- Netanyahu met Trump in Washington amid ongoing regional tensions and calls for ceasefire talks.
Summary
- Saudi Defence Ministry says air defences destroyed several drones targeting eastern petroleum facilities.
- Drones allegedly launched from Iraqi territory by Iran-affiliated militias, per Saudi statement.
- Iraq investigates after similar attack claim; Iraqi military says it won’t allow use of territory for attacks.
- Houthis claim to have fired missiles at the NCC Ghazal tanker, forcing it to return.
- Red Sea shipping tensions persist amid paused US-Iran confrontations and ongoing mediation.