Trump says he will 'look at' joining Saudi fight against Houthis

· Security · United States · Saudi Arabia

US President Donald Trump said he is "going to look at" joining Saudi Arabia in the fight against the Iran-backed Houthis after the deadly strike on Riyadh's airport, adding that US military involvement would stretch resources already committed to fighting Iran in the Middle East, according to analysts. The assault drew condemnation from the UN and world leaders. A former White House Middle East coordinator warned the attack underscores the growing threat from the Houthis, while hardline leadership in Tehran complicates efforts to negotiate an end to the regional conflict.

Why it matters：US involvement against the Houthis could widen the regional war and further stretch American forces already committed to countering Iran.

Key points

  • Trump said he would 'look at' joining Saudi Arabia against the Houthis.
  • Analysts said US involvement would stretch resources committed to fighting Iran.
  • The attack drew condemnation from the UN and world leaders.

Sources (original reporting)

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