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Almost immediately, Arab mediators seeking a ceasefire in Gaza engaged diplomatically with the Houthis, who they feared were encouraging Hamas to avoid making concessions towards a truce.

People told them that they wanted Zuzi to be "an aunt figure" - someone warm and trustworthy, who they could confide in without fear of judgment.

Many of the city's residents rushed to the streets when the quake struck, as they feared their houses would collapse, AFP reported.

“But it is important not to let fear control us.”

“He’s in fear, and he’s trying to get out of the situation,” she said.