Houthis say air strikes hit Yemen after Saudi Arabia vows ‘firm’ response
Saudi-led coalition promises to respond ‘firmly’ to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi-led coalition promises to respond ‘firmly’ to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.




![Palestinian life is being systematically eroded, according to a new report and Israel threatens to revoke NAZA film directors' citizenship. [Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/image-1789408941.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
![Brent crude has risen above $100 a barrel as war in Iran disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, while the Houthis’ capture of Mayun Island raises concerns over another major oil route through the Bab al-Mandeb. [Al Jazeera]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/image-1789403663.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)
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