Saudi Coalition Alleges Houthi Strike on Mecca, Raising Regional Stakes
Saudi coalition accuses Houthis of targeting Mecca amid maritime blockade and attacks in the Red Sea, escalating the Yemen conflict.
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Saudi coalition accuses Houthis of targeting Mecca amid maritime blockade and attacks in the Red Sea, escalating the Yemen conflict.
Houthis stepped up attacks and entrenched along Yemen’s Red Sea coast while Gulf states delayed talks with Iran, raising regional and shipping risks.
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