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Saudi Arabia calls an attempted Mecca attack a 'red line' as Houthis deny they did it

Sep 16, 2026 · The Associated Press

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Saudi Arabia calls an attempted Mecca attack a 'red line' as Houthis deny they did it
A displaced person walks through a camp in Taiz province, Yemen, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026.
A displaced person walks through a camp in Taiz province, Yemen, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026.

Saudi Arabia accused Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels overnight of trying to attack Islam's holiest city, prompting condemnation from countries in the region but no sign of military support.

(Image credit: Marzouq Al Jabri)

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