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Britain to present UN resolution demanding ceasefire in Yemen

Britain will present a draft resolution to the Security Council demanding an immediate ceasefire in Yemen.

Iran blasts Kerry for saying it supports rebels in Yemen

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif denies American accusations his country delivered missiles to Houthi rebels.

Yemen ceasefire takes effect

UN-brokered ceasefire between government and Shiite Houthi rebels takes effect.

Kerry asks Iran to stop its regional wars

Kerry calls on Tehran to 'prove it wants to be member of int'l community' by stopping its Houthi rebels in Yemen and escalation in Syria.

Yemen ceasefire to begin April 10, says UN envoy

Yemen's government and Iranian-backed Houthis agreed on a ceasefire starting April 10 followed by peace talks.

Yemen's government, rebels agree to a ceasefire

Yemen's internationally recognized government and the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels agree to begin a ceasefire for a week or two.

Iran Claims Houthis Destroy Saudi or Egyptian Warship Off Yemen

If true, claim suggests pro-Iranian rebels in Yemen have their hands on sophisticated anti-ship missiles, presenting a game-changing threat.

Yemeni Rebels Confirm Commitment to End Crisis

Yemen's Houthi rebels confirm in writing they agree to UN resolutions aimed at ending the country's conflict.

Iran Rejects Claims it Sent Arms to Yemen as 'Propaganda'

Iranian fishing ship headed to Yemen found filled with anti-tank shells, though Iran says accusations of it arming Houthis are 'baseless.'

Yemen's President Returns to Aden

Yemeni President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi lands in Aden for the first time since he escaped to Saudi Arabia as Houthi fighters closed in.

Yemen's Government Pulls Out of Peace Talks with Houthis

Yemen's exiled government pulls out of UN-mediated peace talks with its Houthi adversaries.

Bahrain: Ground Offensive Needed to Fight 'Iranian Influence'

Bahrain's Foreign Minister calls for a ground offensive to eliminate Iran's influence in Yemen, via the Houthi rebels.

Yemen's President: Fighting Houthis Stops 'Iranian Expansion'

Yemen's exiled President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi says his forces are battling Shiite Houthi rebels across the country to stop Iran.

Houthi Rocket Attack in Yemen Kills 14 Civilians

Iran-backed rebels in Yemen fire rockets into a residential district, killing 14 civilians, mostly women and children.

Houthi Leader Urges Militia to Keep Fighting

The leader of Yemen's Houthis urges his militia to fight on against Yemen's government.

Fighting in Yemen Continues Despite Ceasefire

Shelling reported in southern Yemen as truce between rebels and Saudi-backed pro-government forces comes into force.

Saudi-Led Coalition Declares Five Day Ceasefire in Yemen

Coalition against Iranian-backed Houthis announces five-day humanitarian ceasefire.

Hamas: Iran Incited Against Us

Gaza rejects reports Hamas to send military aid to the Houthis in Yemen, say Iran is trying to torpedo new relationship with Saudi Arabia.

Temporary Ceasefire in Yemen to Begin Friday

Yemen's warring factions agree to a temporary humanitarian ceasefire from Friday night until the end of Ramadan.

Yemen's Government Places Conditions on Truce with Houthis

Yemen's government tells UN it would agree to a truce if key "guarantees" are met.

Yemen Talks End Without Agreement

Yemen's exiled government and Houthi rebels end talks in Geneve without even agreeing on even a temporary ceasefire.

Warring Yemen Parties Agree a Ceasefire is Needed

Yemen's warring parties agreed at peace talks on the need for a ceasefire, but fail to work out the details.

Houthis to Attend UN Peace Talks in Geneva

Houthis say they will attend UN-backed peace talks planned for June 14 without preconditions.

American Ambassador Met Houthis in Oman

State Department confirms for the first time that Anne Patterson held talks with Yemen’s Houthi militia in Oman.

Saudi Airstrikes Hit Edge of Yemeni Capital Sana'a

Saudi-led strikes on Houthi arsenal send shrapnel flying into neighborhood, while Houthis shell UN aid ship seeking entry to Aden.

Iran Claims Israeli Weapons Found in Yemen

Iranian news agency claims Israeli weapons and ammunition were intercepted inside the Saudi embassy in the Yemeni capital.

Houthis Agree to Take Part in Peace Talks

The leader of the Houthi rebels backs peace talks to take place next week in Geneva.

Saudis Resume Airstrikes in Yemen After Ceasefire Ends

Saudi Arabian-led coalition resumes airstrikes against Houthi rebels, hours after the expiry of a humanitarian truce.

Fighting Continues in Yemen Despite Ceasefire

Houthis and a Saudi-led coalition continue to fight each other in Yemen. A ceasefire came into effect on Tuesday but has had little effect.

Humanitarian Ceasefire Begins in Yemen

Five-day humanitarian truce between Saudi-led coalition and Houthi rebels takes effect.

Houthis Agree to Five-Day Humanitarian Ceasefire

Houthi rebels agree to five-day humanitarian ceasefire proposed by Saudi Arabia, warn they will respond to any violations.

Arab Forces Vow to Target Houthi Leaders

After Houthis target Saudi cities, coalition forces say they 'crossed a red line' and will pay dearly.

Yemen Asks International Community to Intervene Against Houthis

Yemen's ambassador to the UN asks for ground forces to save the country from Houthi rebels.

Egypt Recommits to Saudi Airstrikes in Yemen

In sign of growing alliance against Iranian hegemony, Egypt extends military deployment in Gulf by 3 months to fight Houthis.

UN Report: Iran Helping Houthis Since 2009

UN report proves Iran has been shipping weapons to Yemen's Houthi rebels since at least 2009.

ISIS Threatens to 'Cut the Throats' of Houthi Rebels in Yemen

Declaring their presence in the war-torn country, Islamic State terrorists announce intentions to 'slaughter' Shiite Houthi in Yemen.

Iran Threatens Saudis After Aid Planes Blocked

Iran says Saudi jets stopped Iranian planes carrying 'humanitarian aid' to Yemen, as tensions between Sunni-Shi'ite rival states grow.

Obama’s Last Red-Line: Blockade of Iranian Weapons to Yemen

UN Chief Concerned Over Renewed Airstrikes in Yemen

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon voices concern after Saudi-led coalition renews airstrikes on Houthis.

Saudi Arabia: We'll Continue to Stop Houthis in Yemen

Saudi ambassador says his country will continue to use force to stop Houthis from making advances in Yemen.

Despite 'End of War,' Saudi Jets Punish Yemen

Fighting goes on in Yemen despite Saudi declaration that Operation Decisive Storm is over.

Yemen's President Thanks Saudi Arabia for Support

Yemen’s president Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi thanks Saudi Arabia after it announces the end of the operation in Yemen.

Iran Welcomes End of Saudi Operation in Yemen

Iran's foreign ministry says it welcomes the "halt to killing innocent and defenseless people" in Yemen.

Saudi-led Arab Coalition Ends Yemen Airstrike Campaign

Airstrikes on Iran-backed Houthis comes to an end after 'achieving its goals,' with Saudis announcing new 'Operation Restoration of Hope.'

Yemen Rejects Iran's 'Peace Plan'

Yemen throws out 'four-point peace plan' submitted by Iran, which hopes to preserve the Houthis' military gains on the ground.

'We Won't Back Down', Vows Houthi Leader

"Anyone who thinks we will surrender is dreaming," says Houthi leader Abdul-Malik al-Houthi.

United States Sanctions 2 Top Houthis

Treasury Department places two top figures in Yemen's Houthi rebellion on its sanctions blacklist.

US: Iran Trying to Smuggle Surface-to-Air Missiles to Houthis

US steps up intel and naval boarding to block Iran from providing missiles that would let Houthis foil Saudi-led airstrikes.

Saudis: More than 500 Houthis Killed So Far

Six Saudi servicemen have been killed since Saudi-led airstrikes in Yemen began. Saudi FM: we are not at war with Iran.

Hezbollah Backing Houthi Rebels in Yemen, According to Reports

Increasingly open Iranian footprint in Yemen, as Hezbollah fighters reportedly operating alongside Iranian Revolutionary Guards.

Security Sources Reveal Massive Iranian Spying in Egypt

Arabic media reports Iran has appointed new spy master backing terror groups and gathering intel in Arab countries.

Kerry: We're There for Our Mideast Allies

The United States will not allow Tehran to run amok and do as it pleases in the Middle East, said Secretary of State John Kerry.

Yemen Battle Turning Into a US-Iran Proxy Showdown

End of US-Iranian rapprochement? US Deputy Secretary of State says weapons and intel backing to Saudi-coalition will be boosted.

Saudi Arabia Pummels Houthis in Yemen; Flood of Refugees Begins

Mass exodus as neighboring countries evacuate their citizens from the fighting; hundreds dead over the week in bombings.

Yemen: Houthis Storm Presidential Palace, Seize Strategic Port

Houthis seize Aden presidential palace and central neighborhood, as city controlling entry to Red Sea and Eilat starts to fall.

Houthis Could Turn Yemen into a 'Saudi Vietnam'

With homefield advantage and Iranian military advisers, Saudi Arabia might not be able to avoid getting bogged down.

Egyptian Troops Show Commitment to Yemen War

Egypt has deepened its relationship with Saudi Arabia, and it's not all about the money.

Saudi-Led Ground Invasion of Yemen 'Within Days'

Yemeni Foreign Minister said he expects nine member Arab coalition troops to be inside Yemen soon.

Iran-Backed Houthi Conquest Escalates at Strategic Port of Aden

Fierce clashes at southern port controlling entrance to Red Sea and Eilat; Houthis get help from ex-president as Saudi coalition strikes.

Saudi Arabia: Yemen Airstrikes Will Continue Until Hadi Can Rule

Saudi military spokesman says airstrikes in Yemen will continue until Yemeni President Abd-Rabbu Mansour Hadi is able to rule.