Yemen's Houthi rebels have released 153 war detainees unilaterally as a gesture to ease tensions and possibly revive peace talks. This release follows their recent detention of seven U.N. workers, highlighting ongoing conflicts despite a de facto ceasefire in Yemen's decadelong war.
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