Gulf Tensions Escalate as Strikes and Sirens Sound | San Francisco News

Bahrain’s emergency sirens blared Friday as U.S. strikes on Iran entered their 13th night, igniting regional panic amid escalating Gulf tensions. Houthi rebels, backed by Tehran, hit Saudi tankers in the Red Sea, risking a wider conflict as oil prices soar past $100. Explosions rocked Iran’s Qeshm Island and nearby naval hubs, while U.S. forces vowed to protect shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz. Iraq’s PM urged peace in Tehran, but Houthi threats now target the Bab el-Mandeb Strait — a critical global trade artery. Trump warned of severe retaliation and hinted at seizing Iranian assets to cover damages, prompting Iran’s FM to warn of financial chaos. Diplomacy and military force remain locked in a dangerous dance as the world watches. 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/4ebc253c9500347e