Houthi missile strikes hit Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, pushing Brent crude past $98 per barrel and adding pressure to Bitcoin and crypto

Houthi attacks are expanding the Middle East conflict into the Red Sea, forcing tankers to reroute and pushing Brent above $91 amid growing fears of prolonged supply disruptions.

Houthi missile reportedly strikes Saudi oil tanker near Yemen. WTI reaching $120 in July 2026 at 1.7% YES.

Crude oil futures traded higher on Thursday morning following reports of attacks by the Iran-backed Houthis on ships in the Red Sea.

Houthi militant attack on Saudi Arabian tankers threatens deeper supply disruptions

Audio version of Brent nears $100 as Houthi attacks deepen supply fears