Houthi rebels have advanced along Yemen’s Red Sea coast, threatening a critical shipping route, as Saudi Arabia suspends a major oil pipeline following a drone attack. The pipeline, which transported up to five million barrels of oil daily, was temporarily shut after the attack, which officials blamed on Iraqi militias. The move has raised concerns over energy security and regional stability. The Houthi advance has placed pressure on alternative shipping lanes near Africa, increasing the risk of disruption in the region. With Iran and its allies continuing to challenge maritime routes, Saudi Arabia faces growing challenges in maintaining control over vital infrastructure and trade corridors. The situation highlights the escalating tensions in the Red Sea and the potential for further disruptions in global oil supplies.