Pakistan’s hard choice on Saudi Arabia’s war in Yemen

A series of drone and missile strikes on Saudi Arabia's main airport has intensified pressure on the United States to increase its support for the kingdom's efforts against Iran-backed Houthi militants in Yemen. The attacks, which occurred over the weekend, resulted in at least 16 deaths, including a U.S. citizen, and left around 300 people injured, marking the deadliest assault on the kingdom in decades.

So far, the U.S. has provided Riyadh with intelligence, targeting capabilities and aerial refueling, but has largely abstained from direct involvement in the conflict. However, President Donald Trump has indicated over the weekend that he is contemplating joining Saudi-backed strikes against the Houthis, signaling a potential shift in the U.S. role in the Yemeni crisis.

The ongoing violence is prompting the White House to reassess the extent to which it should entangle U.S. forces in the Yemeni conflict. With the current subscription plan, readers are unable to comment on the story. To comment, one must create a display name in the Profile section of their subscriber account page. For more information, the publication's Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page can be consulted.