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Iran-Gulf meeting on Hormuz postponed, Houthis advance in Yemen

Fighting has intensified in Yemen as government forces are trying to Houthi advance and  retake al-Mocha, while deadlock remains over Hormuz.

The New Arab Staff

The New Arab Staff

14 September, 2026