Two Saudi petroleum carriers were hit by missiles in the Red Sea on Friday. Houthi forces in Yemen fired the missiles. The Houthis publicly accepted blame in a public statement. Iran backs the Houthis, Senator Marco Rubio said to reporters. He said Iran leads the group behind the attacks. After the strikes, Donald Trump said the U.S. will strike back hard against those involved. The incident threatens shipping through the strategic waterway. Regional tensions have grown sharper in recent weeks. Energy markets watched closely after the reports surfaced. Officials in Riyadh demanded a response against the attackers. Maritime traffic in the area encountered hazards as crews assessed the damage. Security analysts predicted further incidents if the conflict escalates. International partners called for calm in the aftermath. The broad attack pattern highlights risks to commercial shipping in the region. Witnesses near the scene described billowing smoke rising from one of the tankers. Cleanup crews arrived quickly to contain any spill risks. Diplomatic channels kept working as governments responded to the news. The U.S. military monitored nearby waters during the crisis. Insurance costs for Red Sea voyages may climb if threats continue. Global supply chains could feel pressure if more vessels come under fire.