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Iran rejects accusations Houthis targeted Mecca, calls attack 'false flag'

Iran denied accusations that the Houthis targeted Mecca, suggesting the attack could be a 'false flag' operation. The claim emerged amid ongoing regional tensions. No immediate casualties or damage were reported from the alleged attack.

Iran, through state media, rejected the accusation that the Houthis had targeted Mecca, a holy city in Saudi Arabia. The country's foreign ministry suggested the attack might have been a 'false flag' operation designed to shift blame. The claim was reported by multiple outlets, though no evidence was provided to support or refute the allegations.

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IndependentMiddle East EyeSep 17, 07:30 PM
Iran rejects accusations Houthis targeted Mecca, suggests it could be 'false flag' operation - middleeasteye.net

Iran rejects accusations Houthis targeted Mecca, suggests it could be 'false flag' operation  middleeasteye.net

IndependentMiddle East EyeSep 17, 07:30 PM
Iran rejects accusations Houthis targeted Mecca, suggests it could be 'false flag' operation - Middle East Eye

Iran rejects accusations Houthis targeted Mecca, suggests it could be 'false flag' operation  Middle East Eye