How Yemen factors into wider conflict in the Middle East

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Yemeni troops conducted operations against Iran-backed Huthi militants, who have been involved in dragging Yemen into broader regional conflicts. The group's actions pose risks of escalating the Middle East conflict amid US and allied concerns.

Yemeni troops conducted a military operation targeting Iran-backed Huthi militants on Saturday. A spokesperson for the country’s armed forces condemned the group, saying it has “dragged Yemen into regional conflicts in service of foreign agendas and schemes.” The Huthis are among several Iranian proxies that have threatened to widen the conflict as the US and … The post How Yemen factors into wider conflict in the Middle East appeared first on Egypt Independent.

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