Houthis declare 'blockade for blockade' on Saudi, assure US ships are safe

The Houthi movement has declared a policy of "blockade for blockade and escalation for escalation" targeting Saudi Arabia, warning Riyadh of consequences over restrictions imposed on Yemen. The announcement was made by Mahdi al-Mashat, who heads the group.

Alongside the declaration directed at Saudi Arabia, the Houthi leadership provided assurances that United States ships remain safe from their operations, signaling a specific distinction in their regional targeting.