Egypt is part of a Saudi-led coalition that has been targeting Houthi rebels in Yemen.
Egypt authorized a 40-day mandate on March 26, and extended it for three months in May 3 before extending it again on Saturday following the national defense council's approval. (Reporting by Omar Fahmy; Writing by Ahmed Aboulenein; Editing by Robin Pomeroy)Egypt extends for six months military mandate in Gulf, Red Sea
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