Trump, in call with Yemen president, did not pledge military support against Houthis, say sources
Trump said the Houthis agreed not to attack U.S. forces as Yemen’s leadership sought support against the group’s rapid advance and missile attacks.
- On Sunday, President Donald Trump spoke by phone with Yemeni President Rashad to discuss the advances of the Iran-backed Houthis near a vital global waterway, according to four sources.
- The Iran-backed Houthis seized the Red Sea coast and key areas along the Bab and Mandeb strait this month, prompting Alimi to request support for his Saudi-backed government in the fight.
- Sources indicated that Trump made no direct pledge of military support during the call, which was intended as a show of solidarity with the embattled Yemeni government after recent territorial losses.
- While Washington designated the Houthis as a terrorist organization, Trump has previously rebuffed Saudi requests for military support against the group, maintaining consistent policy.
- Trump has stated publicly that Washington is in contact with the Houthis, who promised not to target Western shipping, while the White House and Yemen's information Minister declined comment.
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