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Houthi official warns of 'swift, painful response' if US enters Yemen war

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A Houthi official on Monday warned the US it would receive a "painful response" if it entered the war in Yemen, where Saudi Arabia has reportedly requested Washington's help in dealing with the group as it weathers repeated attacks. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis reports.

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  1. France 24

    Houthi official warns of 'swift, painful response' if US enters Yemen war (opens France 24)

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    A Houthi official on Monday warned the US it would receive a "painful response" if it entered the war in Yemen, where Saudi Arabia has reportedly requested Washington's help in dealing with the group as it weathers repeated attacks. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis reports.

  2. Washington Examiner

    Houthis vow ‘swift and painful’ retaliation if US strikes Yemen after Trump condemns attacks (opens Washington Examiner)

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    The Iran-backed Houthis vowed to lead a strong retaliatory response if the U.S. military strikes Yemen after President Donald Trump condemned the armed rebel group’s recent attacks against Saudi Arabia. “If the U.S.

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