Red Sea Chokepoint Created
The Houthis report hitting two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, establishing a new bottleneck for oil exports.
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Houthis in Yemen Target Saudi Oil Exports Amid Rising Tensions
Strikes on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea have triggered price hikes and threats of military retribution from President Trump, while protests erupt in Hong Kong and Albania.
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Market Reaction
Oil and gas prices have risen following the strikes on the Saudi tankers.
2US Military Threat
President Trump has threatened to inflict major military punishment on the Iran-backed Houthi group in response to the strikes.
3Defiance in Hong Kong
A new slogan of defiance has emerged in Hong Kong following raids and arrests at two independent bookstores.
4Protests in Albania
Albanian police used tear gas and water cannons against protesters outside parliament over a tourism project linked to President Trump's family.
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What specific targets did the Houthis strike in the Red Sea?
The Houthis say they hit two Saudi oil tankers.
1What is the US response to the Houthi attacks?
President Trump threatened to inflict major military punishment on the Iran-backed group.
3What is causing the protests in Hong Kong?
Raids and arrests at two independent bookstores have sparked a new slogan of defiance.
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This guide is based on the Global News Podcast episode published on 2026-07-23. The podcast provides breaking news and current affairs from around the world, covering politics, economics, climate, business, technology, and health.
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The Houthis in Yemen say they've hit two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, creating a new chokepoint.
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Oil and gas prices rise following the strikes.
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In response, President Trump threatens to inflict major military punishment on the Iran-backed group.
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Also: in Hong Kong, a new slogan of defiance after raids and arrests at two independent bookstores.
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Albanian police use tear gas and water canon against protesters outside parliament.
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It's the latest confrontation over a tourism project linked to President Trump's family.
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