Why Donald Trump Is Staying Out Of Saudi Arabia’s Houthi Crisis

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開始：2026年9月18日 18:00　終了：2026年9月18日 18:06

As Saudi Arabia faces renewed pressure from the Houthis in Yemen, one question is getting louder: why isn’t Donald Trump stepping in militarily? Reports indicate Washington is wary of opening another front while U.S. forces remain focused on the wider confrontation with Iran and security around the Strait of Hormuz, even as the U.S. continues intelligence and targeting support for Riyadh. This explainer looks at what’s driving Trump’s restraint, Saudi Arabia’s security dilemma, and why the battle for the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb matters far beyond Yemen. #saudiarabia #houthicrisis #babelmand…