WorldMilitary flare-up between Houthis and Saudi Arabia challenges Yemen’s relative calm
The Houthis and Saudi Arabia have exchanged strikes for the first time since a 2022 truce between the rebels and the Saudi-backed Yemeni government. After Houthi attacks on Saudi oil facilities and threats to block Saudi-linked shipping through Bab el-Mandeb, Riyadh struck Houthi targets and announced a multinational maritime defense coalition. Analysts say escalation remains possible but a return to full-scale war is not yet certain.
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Military flare-up between Houthis and Saudi Arabia challenges Yemen’s relative calm
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