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- 1Seven killed in strike on Yemen market▼Seven people killed in strike on market in Yemen, Houthi-run health ministry says
Seven people were killed in a strike on a market in Yemen, according to the Houthi-run health ministry. Details on who carried out the strike and the exact location have not been independently confirmed, and casualty figures may be revised as rescue efforts continue. The incident adds to the toll of Yemen's long-running conflict, with markets and other civilian sites repeatedly hit in recent years.
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President Trump has called off planned military strikes against the Houthis, according to a Fox News report that has drawn large attention. The decision means US forces will hold back from the operation against the Yemeni group. Reaction is split, with some welcoming a step back from escalation and others questioning the reversal of course.
- 3Houthis accused of forcing children to fight in Yemen▼Houthis forcing children to fight on Yemen’s battlefields, civil society groups warn
Civil society groups warn that Yemen's Houthi authorities are forcing children onto the battlefield, recruiting them to fight as the country's conflict grinds on. Rights monitors say minors are being coerced or deceived into combat roles, adding to a long-documented pattern of child recruitment in Houthi-controlled areas and drawing renewed calls for accountability and protection of children.
- 4France to deploy troops and air defenses to protect Saudi oil facilities●In a major move, France will deploy soldiers and air defense systems to Saudi Arabia to help protect Yanbu’s critical oi
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will send soldiers and air defense systems to Saudi Arabia to help protect Yanbu's critical oil-export facilities from Houthi attacks. He did not rule out an additional French Air Force fighter deployment as well. The move marks a significant expansion of France's military role in the region and its security cooperation with Saudi Arabia.
- 5Seven Killed, 40 Wounded in Strike on Taiz Market in Yemen▼Seven People Killed, 40 Wounded in Strike on Market in Yemen's Taiz, Houthis Say
A strike hit a market in Yemen's southwestern city of Taiz, killing seven people and wounding 40 others, according to the Houthi-run authorities. The attack adds to the civilian toll of Yemen's long-running conflict, and casualty figures from Houthi sources may be difficult to verify independently. Details on who carried out the strike and whether the area was hit by an airstrike or shelling have not yet been confirmed.
- 6Trump decides against joining Saudi strikes on Houthis●'ENORMOUS MISTAKE': Trump decides AGAINST joining Saudi strikes against Houthis
Donald Trump has decided that the United States will not join Saudi-led strikes against the Houthis in Yemen. Critics are calling the decision an 'enormous mistake', arguing it weakens the response to Houthi attacks and undermines ties with Saudi Arabia. Supporters counter that stepping back from another Middle East conflict is the right call, and the choice is drawing sharp reaction across the political spectrum.
- 7Saudi Arabia Demands UN Action Over Houthi Red Sea Attacks●Red Sea On Edge! Saudi Arabia Demands UN Action Over Houthi Attacks | NewsX
Saudi Arabia has called on the United Nations to take action over continued Houthi attacks in the Red Sea region, according to reports. The appeal comes amid ongoing tensions over shipping security in one of the world's busiest maritime corridors. Commentators are watching whether the UN will respond and how the attacks could affect regional stability and global trade routes.
- 8Deadly Saudi strikes hit Taiz market, Houthis say▼Yemen: Houthis report deadly Saudi strikes on Taiz market
Yemen's Houthi authorities say Saudi-led airstrikes struck a market in Taiz province, killing civilians. DW reports the Houthis described the attack as deadly, while Saudi officials have not been quoted responding to the claim. The strike is the latest reported escalation in Yemen's long-running war, which has repeatedly hit markets and other civilian sites.
- 9Human Rights Commission Condemns Saudi Airstrikes▼Human Rights Commission Condemns Saudi Aggression Airstrikes
Yemen's Human Rights Commission has issued a statement condemning Saudi-led airstrikes, describing them as aggression that harms civilians. The condemnation comes amid the ongoing conflict in Yemen, where coalition bombing campaigns have drawn repeated criticism from rights bodies. The statement was carried by Yemen's state news agency Saba, which operates under Houthi control.
- 10Yemen army says four Iranian drone experts killed in 72-hour offensive▼4 Iranian drone experts killed, 756 operations against Houthi military positions over 72 hours: Yemen army
Yemen's army says it killed four Iranian drone experts and carried out 756 operations against Houthi military positions over 72 hours, according to Arab News. The claim highlights the continued confrontation between Yemeni government forces and the Houthis, and alleges a direct Iranian role in drone operations on the ground.
- 11Yemen government forces widen attacks against Houthis●Yemen government forces widen attacks against Houthis: What we know
Yemen's internationally recognised government has broadened its military operations against the Houthi movement, according to an Al Jazeera overview of the latest developments. The fighting adds to tensions in a country already fractured by years of civil war, and comes amid wider regional friction. Details on casualties, territories affected and the offensive's aims remain limited as reports continue to emerge.
- 12Houthi offensive leaves Saudi Arabia exposed and Iran emboldened●Houthi blitz leaves Saudi Arabia exposed, Iran emboldened The lack of international military support for Saudi Arabia, p
A renewed Houthi offensive is being described as a major blow to Saudi Arabia, exposing gaps in its defences. Analysts argue the lack of international military support for Riyadh, particularly from the United States, has emboldened Iran and its regional allies. The developments are seen as further complicating an already volatile geopolitical landscape across the Middle East, with observers questioning Washington's commitment to its Gulf partner.
- 13Seven killed in strike on Yemen market, ministry says▼7 killed in strike on market in Yemen, Houthi-run health ministry says
A strike hit a market in Yemen, killing seven people, according to the Houthi-run health ministry. The ministry, which reports to the Houthi authorities controlling parts of the country, provided the death toll. Details on who carried out the strike and whether there were additional casualties were not immediately available, and independent verification in the war-affected country remains difficult.
- 14Yemeni warplanes strike Houthi base east of Taiz▼Yemeni warplanes strike major Houthi military base east of Taiz
Yemeni warplanes carried out an airstrike on a major Houthi military base located east of the city of Taiz, according to regional reporting. The strike targets a key stronghold in one of the war's most contested areas, where Houthi forces have long besieged the city. Details on casualties or damage were not immediately available.
- 15Houthi conflict with Saudi Arabia explained for Hindi audiences▼Houthis vs Saudi explained in Hindi | Abhi and Niyu
The conflict between Yemen's Houthi movement and Saudi Arabia is being explained to Hindi-speaking audiences by creator duo Abhi and Niyu. The item is drawing large engagement as viewers seek simple breakdowns of the war, which has dragged on for years with regional and global implications. Interest in the topic remains high as the conflict continues to affect shipping and security in the Middle East.
- 16Houthis warn Saudi Arabia after deadly Taiz strikes●Houthis warn Saudi Arabia after strikes in Taiz killed seven, left 40 wounded
Airstrikes in Yemen's Taiz province have killed seven people and wounded 40, according to reports. The Houthis have issued a warning to Saudi Arabia following the attacks, heightening tensions in the region. The strikes are the latest development in the long-running conflict in Yemen, where the Saudi-led coalition and the Iran-aligned group have repeatedly traded accusations of attacks on civilians.
- 17Houthis say Saudi strike hit Taiz market, killing civilians●⚡ NEWS Yemen: Houthis report deadly Saudi strikes on Taiz market The Houthi-run health ministry in Yemen accused the Sau
The Houthi-run health ministry in Yemen says the Saudi Air Force carried out a deadly strike on a market in Taiz, calling it an 'abominable crime.' The Houthis vowed to retaliate for the attack. Saudi-led coalition forces have repeatedly been accused of strikes on civilian targets during the years-long conflict in Yemen, and marketplaces have often borne the brunt. Details on the number of casualties remain limited while attention focuses on whether the incident escalates tensions further.
- 18Breaking News Live: Election Commission Row, Houthi Attack, US-Iran Tensions▼Today's Breaking News LIVE: Election Commission Row | PM Modi | Houthis Attack | US Iran War | USA
Indian news channel News18 is running live coverage bundling several major stories: a controversy involving India's Election Commission, remarks by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a reported attack by Yemen's Houthis, and escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. The live broadcast combines domestic Indian political news with international conflict developments in the Middle East.
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The Houthis report that seven people were killed in a Saudi airstrike in Yemen. The claim comes amid renewed cross-border tensions between the Saudi-led coalition and the Iran-aligned group. The Saudi side has not confirmed the strike, and details about the location and identities of those killed remain limited, but the report has drawn regional attention to the continuing conflict.
- 20Saudi Foreign Minister Accuses Iran of Attacks at UN▼⚡ NEWS Saudi FM Accuses Iran of Attacks and Condemns Houthis at UNGA At the United Nations General Assembly, Saudi Arabi
Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister, speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, accused Iran of orchestrating attacks across the Middle East and formally condemned the actions of the Houthi rebels. He called for accountability and an end to regional destabilisation. The remarks underscore ongoing Saudi-Iran tensions and Riyadh's frustration with Houthi activity, drawing attention at the annual gathering of world leaders.
- 21Yemen announces general mobilization amid Houthi offensive●General mobilization announced in Yemen amid Houthi offensive
Yemeni authorities have announced a general mobilization as Houthi forces press an offensive, according to a news report from the region. The move signals an escalation of the conflict and suggests preparations for wider military mobilization in response to the Houthi advance. Details on the scope of the mobilization and the areas affected remain limited in initial reporting.
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Reporting suggests the Houthis are increasingly losing the intelligence battle, with their adversaries gaining the upper hand in tracking and targeting the group's operations in Yemen. The shift points to improved surveillance and information-gathering by opposing forces, weakening the Houthis' ability to strike or hide. Observers are watching what this means for Red Sea security and the wider regional conflict.
- 23Yemeni leader urges enlistment, offers amnesty to Houthi defectors●Yemeni leader urges public to enlist, offers amnesty to Houthi defectors
Yemen's leadership has called on the public to enlist while offering amnesty to defectors from the Houthi movement, in an effort to swell pro-government ranks and encourage defections from the group. The announcement comes amid heightened regional tensions and renewed attention on Yemen's long-running conflict.
- 24Saudi Arabia's Houthi crisis tests its global alliances●Saudi Arabia’s Houthi crisis tests its global alliances
Saudi Arabia faces renewed pressure over the Houthi conflict in Yemen, with the crisis straining its relationships with key international partners. Commentators note that Riyadh's handling of Houthi attacks and regional security is becoming a measure of how far the United States, China and other allies will back the kingdom. The standoff highlights the growing gap between Saudi security needs and the priorities of its global partners.
- 25Yemen's Human Rights Authority condemns Saudi strikes in Al-Bayda and Dhamar●Human Rights Authority condemns Saudi enemy aggression crimes in Al-Bayda & Dhamar
Yemen's Human Rights Authority has condemned what it calls Saudi-led aggression crimes in the provinces of Al-Bayda and Dhamar. The statement, carried by Yemen's Saba news agency, accuses the Saudi-led coalition of violations against civilians. The authority, aligned with the Houthi authorities in Sanaa, regularly issues such condemnations of coalition air raids and shelling across Yemen.