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Iran Urges Houthis to Prepare for Red Sea Attacks

3/31/2026

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Iran Urges Houthi Attacks

Iran is urging the Houthi movement (Houthis) to prepare for renewed Red Sea attacks, contingent on US actions.
The Houthis, divided on their approach, recently launched missiles at Israel but remain cautious about escalation.
The Houthis say military operations will continue until US-Israeli strikes cease.
Oil prices surged, with US crude above $100 per barrel, as Saudi Arabia increases exports through Yanbu and the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed.

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He stressed reducing Iran's missile and drone threats to secure the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran Urges Houthi Attacks

Iran is urging the Houthi movement (Houthis) to prepare for renewed Red Sea attacks, contingent on US actions.
The Houthis, divided on their approach, recently launched missiles at Israel but remain cautious about escalation.
The Houthis say military operations will continue until US-Israeli strikes cease.
Oil prices surged, with US crude above $100 per barrel, as Saudi Arabia increases exports through Yanbu and the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed.

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