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Iran denies being behind Houthi attacks as Aden airport hit

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Published 17 Oct 2026, 7:45 pm·1 h ago·1 min read

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Iran has denied any involvement in an escalation of attacks by Houthi rebels on Saudi targets. The international airport in Yemen’s interim capital Aden was struck by two missiles late on Friday, the second such incident in less than two weeks.

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Deadly Riyadh airport strike draws Pakistani pledge of support and US review

A missile strike on Riyadh's international airport killed 12 people, prompting Pakistan to reaffirm security commitments and Washington to evaluate joint military action.

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