strikeJun 8, 2026

Houthis declares ‘total ban‘ on Israeli ships in Red Sea as Israel-Iran strikes shatter ceasefire

Summary

IRAN-backed rebel forces Houthis have announced a “complete and total ban” of Israeli ships in the Red Sea, after Israel and Iran exchanged direct military strikes for the first time since a fragile ceasefire was announced in April, escalating maritime tensions in the Middle East.

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IRAN-backed rebel forces Houthis have announced a “complete and total ban” of Israeli ships in the Red Sea, after Israel and Iran exchanged direct military strikes for the first time since a fragile ceasefire was announced in April, escalating maritime tensions in the Middle East…

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