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SECURITYJul 13 · 12:38 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMIAssociated Press

Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen say Saudi airstrikes hit Sanaa International Airport

Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen claimed Saudi airstrikes hit Sanaa International Airport, while Yemen's government stated the strikes aimed to prevent an Iranian plane from landing after a Houthi delegation attended Iran's Supreme Leader's funeral. The Houthis said the plane rerouted to Hodeida Airport, and the Yemeni defense ministry warned of retaliation against the airstrikes.

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Houthi rebelsorganizationSaudi-led coalitionorganizationYemeni governmentorganizationGen. Taher al-AqilipersonAyatollah Ali KhameneipersonSanaa International AirportplaceMahan AirorganizationRashad al-Alimiperson
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