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US warns Middle East conflict could escalate after Riyadh missile strike

The United States warned that fighting between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis could escalate rapidly following a missile attack on Riyadh this weekend.

US warns of rapid escalation in Mideast war
File photo US warns of rapid escalation in Mideast war Photo: Business Recorder

White House returns early

President Donald Trump cut short a weekend at Camp David to return to the White House. Officials gave no explanation for the sudden change in schedule. The move coincides with a new threshold crossed in the regional conflict.

State Department travel warning

The US State Department said American citizens should seriously reconsider travel to and through the region. Loud explosions were heard in the Saudi capital where a fuel tank caught fire near the airport. The violence has disrupted exports from Saudi Arabia and maritime traffic.

Houthi offensive advances

The Houthis have seized swathes of Yemeni territory while fighting government forces backed by Riyadh. Their lightning offensive has left hundreds dead and displaced more than 110,000 people according to the UN refugee agency. Washington has rebuffed repeated pleas from Saudi Arabia to join the fight in Yemen.

All 6 outlets report consistently

No differences in figures, names or dates across these reports.

  • Business Recorder
  • Dawn
  • Express Tribune
  • Middle East Eye
  • The Guardian
  • Business Recorder

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