Published: Sep 29, 2026, 16:35 IST | Updated: Sep 29, 2026, 16:35 IST
Tensions are climbing along the Red Sea coast. The Houthis say a Saudi-backed strike hit a residence in Yemen and killed four people, a claim they pin on Riyadh. At the same time, US Secretary of State Rubio sat down with the Saudi foreign minister in Washington while the Houthi fight continues. Here's what each side is saying and why this moment matters for the region, shipping and diplomacy.