[Tensions in the Middle East, Daily Crude Oil Transit Volume in the Strait of Hormuz Reaches 18 Million Barrels] Houthi forces attacked Saudi Aramco facilities and an airbase, while a U.S. contractor vessel in the Strait of Hormuz was struck by Iranian drones and missiles. U.S. Energy Secretary Wright stated that the average crude oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz over the past seven days was 11 million barrels per day, with yesterday's single-day transit volume reaching 18 million barrels. The U.S. has advised reconsidering travel to Saudi Arabia and is holding talks with Houthi forces in Oman. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Israel's advancement of the E1 settlement project is unacceptable. (Source: Jin10)