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West Asia war LIVE: Strait of Hormuz to remain closed until U.S. meets interim deal conditions, says Ghalibaf
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The Hindu Bureau
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Tensions in West Asia have escalated following Houthi drone attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure and an incident involving a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, U.S. officials indicate that negotiations with Iran remain active but cautious.
Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis targeted an oil refinery on Saudi Arabia’s southern Red Sea coast on Tuesday (August 18, 2026), rebel media reported, as the rebels ramp up attacks on the kingdom.
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