Drones and Tankers Shake Gulf Tensions | Global News

Saudi Arabia says Iranian-backed drones launched from Iraq were shot down for a second straight day, targeting oil facilities — a claim Iraq denies, blaming the Houthis instead. Meanwhile, Houthi rebels in Yemen claim they struck a Saudi oil tanker, forcing it to alter course, amid their ongoing blockade of Red Sea shipping. Though direct U.S.-Iran clashes have paused, tensions simmer as both sides exchange blame and mediators push for renewed talks — all while regional waters remain volatile. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/21253cb021383a09