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Yemeni Forces Engage Houthis and Saudi Base Amid US Support for Yemen Government
On September 17, 2026, the US reaffirmed its support for Yemen's internationally recognized government amid escalating conflict between the Saudi-led coalition and Houthi forces. Saudi Arabia has requested missile defense assistance from allies as it faces a shortage of interceptors. The Houthis claimed to have downed a Saudi fighter jet and conducted retaliatory strikes against Saudi targets.
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On September 17, 2026, the US reaffirmed its support for Yemen's internationally recognized government amid escalating conflict between the Saudi-led coalition and Houthi forces. Saudi Arabia has requested missile defense assistance from allies as it faces a shortage of interceptors. The Houthis claimed to have downed a Saudi fighter jet and conducted retaliatory strikes against Saudi targets.
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