Saudi-Bound Oil Tankers U-Turn in Red Sea After Houthi Blockade Threat

Yemen's Houthis declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia on July 20, 2026, emailing shipping companies that tankers using Saudi Red Sea ports risk attack "in any location" within Houthi reach. Two Saudi crude tankers bound for China and India reversed course on July 21. The Houthis claimed six ships turned back. Trump said the US would "take care of business" if threats are carried out.