Fighting intensifies in Yemen as Houthis deny targeting Mecca

In brief

World Health Organization says more than 320,000 people have been displaced in Yemen fighting since August 1. Fighting intensifies in Yemen as Houthis deny targeting Mecca. Reported by Al Jazeera English on 12-11-2026 in the Lifestyle section. The full report is available from the publisher.

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