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The conflict in the Middle East has shown signs of widening as Saudi Arabia and the Houthis exchanged fresh fire while the US paused its attacks on Iran after thirteen consecutive nights of strikes.
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Chloe Maher

Missile barrage sparks fears of widening Middle East unrest

The conflict in the Middle East has shown signs of widening as Saudi Arabia and the Houthis exchanged fresh fire while the US paused its attacks on Iran after 13 consecutive nights of strikes.

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Missile barrage sparks fears of widening Middle East unrest

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