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Yemen conflict escalates after airport strike, Houthis threaten Saudi

What it means

Yemeni government and Houthis are fighting again, with dozens killed in the worst violence since a 2022 truce. A Houthi official threatens a 'siege' on Saudi Arabia after an attack on Sanaa Airport.

Why it matters

The renewed fighting risks a wider regional war, involving Saudi Arabia and Iran, and could collapse the fragile truce, destabilizing the entire Arabian Peninsula.

How it affects you

If the conflict disrupts Red Sea shipping, global oil prices may rise, increasing costs at the pump and for imported goods. No direct safety impact for most readers.

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