IRGC attacks tanker in Strait of Hormuz; Houthis declare Red Sea blockade on Saudi Arabia

The IRGC has targeted a commercial tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, forcing crew evacuation, while Houthi forces announced a maritime blockade against Saudi-bound shipping in the Red Sea. These concurrent actions represent a significant escalation in regional maritime security threats, though the operational effectiveness of the Houthi blockade remains to be verified.