The Red Sea has recently become a new active front as Houthi forces resumed their attacks on July 22, 2026, following a ceasefire that had been in place since September 2025.
On July 25, the Houthis targeted a Saudi Aramco refinery located in Jizan, escalating tensions in the region and threatening the security of crude oil routes.
This development has significant implications for maritime operations and the global oil market, as the Red Sea is a crucial passage for oil shipments.