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Saudi Arabia· RiyadhUS issues Middle East travel warning amid Yemen-Saudi tensions
The U.S. State Department has issued a travel warning for the Middle East, citing escalating tensions between Yemen and Saudi Arabia and potential military action against Houthis.
Background
Yemen has been embroiled in a civil conflict since 2014, with Houthi rebels fighting against the internationally recognized government, which is supported by a Saudi Arabia-led coalition. This long-running conflict has caused a severe humanitarian crisis and regional instability.
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