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Key points
- President Donald Trump said the United States would hold Iran responsible for future Houthi attacks on shipping.
- The Houthis claimed attacks on Saudi oil tankers Encelia and Layla using drones and missiles, alleging violations of their maritime blockade.
- Saudi transport officials said Encelia caught fire at its bow in the Red Sea, while all crew members remained safe.
- UKMTO reported that an unidentified projectile struck a Saudi tanker near Al Shuqaiq, causing a fire and no casualties.
- U.S. Central Command said American forces struck Iranian maritime, missile, drone-storage and air-defense facilities.
- Brent crude futures rose 5.5% to $99 a barrel, while West Texas Intermediate gained 5% to $91.21.
- Kpler reported Red Sea crossings fell 34% to 29 vessels on July 21, while Strait of Hormuz crossings declined 31% to nine.
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Saudi transport officials confirmed that the tanker Encelia was struck in the Red Sea and caught fire; they said its crew was safe and marine protection measures were taken.
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Trump said the United States would hold Iran responsible for future Houthi attacks after the group claimed strikes on two Saudi tankers.
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