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Houthi Missile Attacks Escalate, Threatening Global Economy and Oil Prices

September 25, 2026

Summary

Saudi Arabia intercepted a new wave of Houthi missile and drone attacks aimed at Taif and Yanbu, causing oil prices to climb to a one-week high. Yemen's government warned the UN that Houthi moves on the key Strait of Hormuz threaten the global economy.

Coverage by lane

Left

  • Saudi Arabia intercepts wave of Houthi missiles as oil climbs to one-week high
  • Top Saudi Cleric Calls Fight Against Houthis a Religious Duty

Center

  • Yemen tells UN that Houthi rebels’ moves on key strait threaten global economy - AP News

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