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Hormuz Ship Attacks Reach Record High as Oil Exports Slow

Attacks on commercial vessels around the Strait of Hormuz have reached unprecedented levels, according to an analysis of UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) data. Twelve ships were struck within a single week between October 5 and 11, marking the most intense period of maritime disruptions since regional conflict escalated. The surge in strikes by Iranian forces and armed drones has slowed the recent recovery in Middle East crude shipments. Daily transit volumes fell to roughly 12.6 million barrels on October 13, down from 15 million at the end of September and significantly below pre-war baseline levels.

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Twelve killed in attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport

An attack on King Khalid International Airport in the Saudi capital, Riyadh, has left at least 12 people dead and 309 others injured, according to local authorities. The incident occurred just days after Yemen's Houthis claimed responsibility for striking the same aviation hub. The Saudi Civil Aviation Authority confirmed that the casualties include citizens from multiple nations, highlighting the international impact of the assault. The victims comprise nationals from Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, Egypt, Jordan, Palestine, Sudan, Syria, and the United States.

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Israelis demand accountability over 7 October failures

Three years after the devastating Hamas-led attacks of 7 October 2023, grieving families and residents in Israel are intensifying their demands for official accountability and an independent state inquiry. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has consistently refused to take personal responsibility or order a comprehensive state investigation into the historic security failure. As political campaigns unfold, critics argue that ignoring the root causes of the intelligence breakdown risks repeating the tragedy.

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Residents of Kibbutz Nir Oz Grapple with Rebuilding After Attacks

Three years after the devastating October 7 attacks, survivors of Kibbutz Nir Oz are navigating the painful process of recovery. The community, which suffered significant loss of life and hostage-taking, remains a site of profound trauma and reflection. As residents consider the future, they balance the desire to rebuild their close-knit community with the need to preserve the memory of those lost. Many advocate for keeping parts of the destruction visible as a testament to the events of that day.

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Yemen's government announces all-out war to reclaim land from Houthis
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Yemen's government announces all-out war to reclaim land from Houthis

Yemen's internationally recognized government has declared a full-scale military operation to reclaim territory currently held by Houthi rebels. President Rashad al-Alimi stated the goal is to restore state authority across the entire nation, following a period of intense escalation and territorial gains by the Iran-backed group. The announcement comes amid a cycle of retaliatory strikes between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition. Recent Houthi offensives have secured key Red Sea coastlines and effectively encircled the city of Taiz, prompting this major shift in government strategy.

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