Yemen Conflict Escalates, Threatening Red Sea Oil Supplies

The conflict in Yemen escalated as government forces launched attacks against Houthi rebels along the Red Sea, and Houthis fired into neighboring Saudi Arabia. The escalation adds pressure on global oil supplies and prices, potentially giving Iran leverage in its war with the US. Over 80,000 people have been displaced since the start of September, and Houthis claimed attacks against Saudi Arabia, including a military base.