The attacks followed recent Houthi advances along Yemen’s western coastline, including the capture of Perim Island at the entrance to the Red Sea
The latest increase followed fresh military action involving the US and Iran as well as attacks by Iran-backed Houthis on Saudi Arabia, adding to uncertainty over energy supplies from the region
Brent crude futures fell 0.7 per cent to $87.24 a barrel in early trade, marking a fourth consecutive session of losses
