Houthis Attack Saudi Oil Infrastructure

Yemeni Houthi rebels declared they carried out attacks against a pumping station of the Saudi East-West pipeline. The offensive reportedly also struck oil facilities in the Red Sea port city of Yanbu.

Saudi authorities have not yet officially confirmed the damage caused by these actions. The incident occurs during a time of heightened tension in the Middle East due to persistent geopolitical conflicts.

In parallel, Iran's Assembly of Experts requested a review of the country's defense doctrine. The body suggested the possibility of reevaluating the religious ban on nuclear weapons and the nation's participation in the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons.

Although the Assembly lacks direct authority over nuclear policy, the statement adds institutional weight to requests from hardline factions. The Iranian government officially maintains that its nuclear program has peaceful purposes despite the growing internal debate.

Rising instability in the Middle East tends to increase risk aversion in global markets and may put upward pressure on the dollar as a safe-haven currency.