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GCC Condemns Houthi Attacks as Egypt Pledges Saudi Support

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as Yemen fighting intensifies and more than 233,000 people have been displaced. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has vowed to defend Saudi Arabia and called on Egyptian lawmakers to authorise military assistance to the kingdom, saying any support would be defensive; Egypt's presidency said it will provide support to defend Saudi security and resources.

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Gulf ministers urge action against Houthis as fighting displaces more than 233,000 people across Yemen.

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Egypt's Ssisi says he'll defend Saudi Arabia, if asked

The Egyptian president said his country was ready to defend Saudi Arabia "if requested." The comments come amid escalating Houthi attacks.

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GCC condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as Yemen fighting intensifies

Gulf ministers urge action against Houthis as fighting displaces more than 233,000 people across Yemen.

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Egypt’s Defense Chiefs Pledge to Support Saudi Arabia After Houthi Attacks

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Egypt to provide ‘necessary’ support to Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks

Presidency says Egypt will provide Saudi Arabia with support to defend its security and protect its resources.

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Egypt’s el-Sisi vows to defend Saudi Arabia from Houthi attacks

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has vowed to take 'any measure' to defend Saudi Arabia amid Houthi attacks.

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Egypt’s Sisi seeks authorisation for defence assistance to Saudi Arabia

Egyptian president pledges 'any measure' to help defend Saudi Arabia 'if it is requested of us'.

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