Yemen’s Houthis claim attacks on Red Sea tankers as US launches 12th night of strikes on Iran – Middle East crisis live
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The US military continued its 12th night of strikes against Iranian targets under President Trump's direction. Yemen's Houthi group claimed responsibility for attacks on tankers in the Red Sea, alleging the vessels violated their blockade. The US also announced a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia. These developments highlight escalating tensions across the Middle East, with ongoing US operations aimed at reducing Iran's naval threats.
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US launches 12th night of strikes on Iran
The US signed a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia.
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The Houthis claimed the tankers violated their blockade.
The Guardian- US launches 12th night of strikes on Iran
- US signs nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia
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Loaded language removed<p>US military says it is degrading Tehran’s ability to threaten ships in strait of Hormuz; Houthis say tankers violated their blockade; US signs nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia</p><p>Welcome to our live coverage of the continuing crisis in the Middle East.</p><p>The <strong>US</strong> military announced on Thursday evening it had began a 12th consecutive night of strikes against…
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The Houthis claimed the tankers violated their blockade.
The GuardianThe US military is degrading Tehran’s ability to threaten ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
OpinionThe US signed a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia.
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