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Tankers burning in Hormuz and drones over Mecca: Brent at $117.7 is India's problem too
Iran said four tankers caught fire after hitting mines in the Strait of Hormuz, a day after the US military said key routes had been cleared, while Yemen's Houthis claimed six attacks on Saudi airports and oil facilities. Brent crude rose 2.3% to $117.7 in Asian trade, its highest intraday level since April 30. India imports most of its crude.
Tanker with 21 Indian seafarers hit in Strait of Hormuz, all safe
A Kuwait-flagged tanker with 21 Indian seafarers was struck by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. All are safe, the shipping minister said. An Indian was injured in an attack on a Saudi oilfield.