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Houthi attack kills six in Red Sea amid rising Iran concerns

The incidents in Bab el-Mandeb and the Gulf of Oman add pressure to expectations for any deal affecting the Strait of Hormuz.

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CNBC Markets reports a Houthi attack killed six people following incidents in the Red Sea near Bab el-Mandeb and in the Gulf of Oman.

The report notes President Donald Trump, posting on Truth Social, criticized Iran and said he expects the Strait of Hormuz will remain under control, even as hopes for a potential deal appear to be fading.

The developments increase uncertainty around shipping routes in the region, with market attention focused on how events could affect access to the Strait of Hormuz.

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CNBC MarketsHouthi attack kills six in Red Sea; Trump slams Iran as hopes for Hormuz Strait deal dim

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