US President Donald Trump says was ready to strike Houthis in Yemen, then pulled back
US President Donald Trump reversed himself twice on whether the United States (US) should strike the Houthis in Yemen, according to the New York Times.
In a recent development, US President Donald Trump experienced a shift in opinion regarding potential military action against the Houthis in Yemen, as reported by the New York Times. Initially, Trump had expressed reluctance to launch strikes against the Iran-backed Houthi movement, according to sources close to the administration.
However, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's persistent advocacy for American intervention compelled Trump to reconsider. In response to these pressures, Trump briefly directed the Pentagon to prepare for potential military action, only to later retract his decision. The situation escalated after the Houthis launched a ballistic missile at Riyadh, which was successfully intercepted by Saudi forces.
This incident, coupled with the group's alleged attacks on sensitive sites in the capital, prompted heightened international concern. Meanwhile, the price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil experienced a slight decline, dropping 1.74% to $93.60, reflecting the broader market's sensitivity to geopolitical developments.
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