Houthi official warns of 'swift, painful response' if US enters Yemen war
A Houthi official on Monday warned the US it would receive a "painful response" if it entered the war in Yemen, where Saudi Arabia has reportedly requested…
According to France 24, a Houthi official on Monday warned the US it would receive a "painful response" if it entered the war in Yemen, where Saudi Arabia has reportedly requested Washington's help in dealing with the group as it weathers repeated attacks.
This world story centres on Yemen. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Houthi, Saudi Arabia and Washington.
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- Yemen · Middle East
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- Houthi, Saudi Arabia, Washington, FRANCE
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- World
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