Houthi Attacks Threaten Global Trade | Rochester News

Houthi rebels in Yemen have launched fresh missile and drone strikes on government-held ports and cities, reigniting fears of civil war and threatening global shipping routes as the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. The Houthis blame Saudi Arabia for exploiting a fragile ceasefire and demand an end to its blockade before talks resume. Meanwhile, Iran’s foreign minister insists the strait won’t reopen until U.S. naval actions stop — a stance met with defiance from President Trump, who claims full control over the waterway and demands compensation for Iranian casualties. Elsewhere, former Syrian president Bashar al-Assad and his brother Maher have been sentenced to death in absentia by a Damascus court after fleeing to Russia following the fall of Damascus in 2014. 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/123176e15c2e3cab