US strikes Iran for 13th night as oil tops $100 amid Red Sea attacks
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- The United States concluded its thirteenth consecutive night of airstrikes in Iran, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
- Houthi allies in Yemen claimed attacks in the Red Sea, contributing to Brent crude oil prices surpassing $100 per barrel.
- Iran has blocked the Strait of Hormuz, and the Houthis announced a blockade against Saudi Arabian vessels, threatening hydrocarbon exports.
The United States completed its thirteenth consecutive night of airstrikes against targets in Iran early Friday, as hostilities between Tehran and Washington, which resumed on July 7, raise fears of a prolonged blockade of hydrocarbon exports. The strategic Strait of Hormuz is currently blocked by Iran, and Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed attacks in the Red Sea, pushing oil prices above $100.
Brent crude, the global benchmark, remained around the $100 mark on Friday, a level not seen since May. US state media reported explosions in southern Iran and on Qeshm Island, near Hormuz. In response to threats against navigation, President Donald Trump stated that Iranian funds frozen in the US would be used to compensate for damages to ships affected in the Gulf.
From now on, any and all damage caused to ships, cargoes, or anything related to it will be paid with Iranian money that the United States has in its possession and controls.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that the situation in the Middle East is "out of control" and "on the brink of the unimaginable." The Iranian military vowed to continue its "retaliation" as long as US attacks persist. Kuwait reported missile and drone attacks from Iran, while Jordan intercepted nine out of ten projectiles launched towards the kingdom. Trump threatened Iran and the Houthis with "major military punishment."
The situation in the Middle East is out of control and on the brink of the unimaginable.
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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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