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Houthi Blockade Escalation: Yemen’s Houthis announced a naval blockade and “maritime embargo” on Saudi Arabia, warning of “siege-for-siege” retaliation after recent strikes around Sana’a, and analysts say it could disrupt Red Sea shipping and push up oil and insurance costs. U.S.-Iran War Spillover: The move lands as the U.S. carries out its 10th straight night of strikes on Iran to degrade capabilities tied to commercial shipping, while Iran retaliates across the region; diplomats meanwhile floated a 10-day ceasefire proposal, but markets stayed jumpy. Energy Markets Under Pressure: Oil prices swung on the blockade threat and mediation hopes, with Brent hovering near $89 and shipping risk premiums rising; a full Red Sea shutdown would remove a key alternative to Hormuz. Saudi Response: Saudi Arabia condemned the Houthi announcement and said it will protect its vessels under international law, urging the UN to uphold freedom of navigation. Yemen Oil Update: Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council said oil exports will resume after nearly four years, with revenues aimed at salaries and services.

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