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Rubio on Houthis striking Saudi oil sites: 'Some of this is clearly the Iranian hand'
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Fusion42 · 8 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Houthi strikes on Saudi energy infrastructure have escalated Middle East hostilities, causing civilian injuries and pushing oil prices near $100 per barrel. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio attributes some attacks to Iranian influence amid ongoing maritime security threats in the Red Sea.
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Energy founders in Saudi Arabia face rising input costs as geopolitical tensions heighten and Iranian-backed strikes disrupt oil infrastructure. Prepare for volatility in supply chains and opportunities for crisis-driven energy security solutions.
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