U.S. military leaders divided over action against the Houthis

U.S. military leaders are currently divided regarding whether President Donald Trump should intervene in the conflict between Saudi Arabia and Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen. On November 18, 2025, President Trump hosted Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the Oval Office to strengthen defense and economic ties, specifically discussing the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. Separately, the game The Blood of Dawnwalker may allow players to skip action sequences in 2026.