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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi strikes kill 11 in Yemen; Houthis target Saudi cities
Saudi airstrikes in Yemen's capital, Sanaa, killed 11 people, according to Houthi media. The Saudi-led coalition stated it intercepted two missiles launched by the Houthis towards Saudi cities shortly after the strikes.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi-led coalition strikes Yemen oil facilities amid Houthi threats
The Saudi-led coalition conducted airstrikes on oil facilities west of Sanaa, Yemen. This action follows a coalition warning for residents to evacuate the area and Houthi threats of a severe response.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastAI used by Houthis for missile programmes, Anthropic reveals
Anthropic, the creator of the AI tool Claude, has reported that actors in Yemen used its technology to develop three weapons programmes. These included a guided rocket and a ballistic missile. The company stated that while most requests were blocked, some actors evaded safeguards.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi Arabia low on interceptor missiles amid Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia is reportedly running low on interceptor missiles needed to defend against escalating Houthi attacks. The kingdom is shifting air defence systems to protect key infrastructure and palaces, according to reports citing Saudi officials.
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Yemen's forces strike Houthi targets amid escalating conflict
Yemen's armed forces conducted strikes against Houthi targets in Sanaa and Saada early Sunday. This escalation follows a Houthi claim of an attack on a Saudi Aramco facility in Riyadh, though Saudi authorities have not confirmed it.
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Conflict & Security · IsraelYemeni army announces 20 airstrikes on Houthi targets
The Yemeni army announced it carried out 20 airstrikes on Houthi targets in Taiz province over a three-hour period. The spokesman stated the strikes hit movements, reinforcements, personnel, vehicles, and military equipment.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastExplosions heard in Sanaa, Yemen
Loud explosions were heard in Sanaa, Yemen, on Thursday night. The Houthi-controlled capital was reportedly targeted, with footage suggesting airstrikes. The Houthi-affiliated SABA news agency blamed Saudi aggression.
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Politics · Middle EastUS State Department issues travel advisory for Saudi Arabia
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 3 travel advisory for Saudi Arabia, urging citizens to reconsider travel due to risks including Iranian drone and missile attacks, armed conflict, and terrorism. The border region with Yemen is designated a 'Do Not Travel' area.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastHouthis Claim Downing of Saudi F-15 Jet Over Marib
Yemen's Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree claimed responsibility for shooting down a Saudi F-15 fighter jet over Marib province. He also alleged Saudi Arabia conducted over 450 airstrikes this week and that other Saudi aircraft were forced to withdraw. Saudi authorities have not confirmed these claims.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS, Israel, Arab military chiefs met in Germany on security
Military leaders from the US, Israel, and eight Arab countries convened in Germany last week for a closed-door meeting. Organized by CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper, the summit focused on security cooperation in the Middle East, particularly concerning Iran and Houthi actions in Yemen.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSaudi Crown Prince met US CENTCOM chief amid Houthi escalation
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with U.S. Central Command chief Admiral Brad Cooper in Jeddah on Monday. The meeting took place amid escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and its energy infrastructure.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSatellite data shows fire near Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline
Satellite data has detected a large fire and thermal anomalies near Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline. Unconfirmed reports suggest Houthi forces may be responsible, though Saudi authorities have not confirmed the incident.
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