Houthis push for control of Yemen highlands as Trump reported to have called off airstrikes - Reuters

President Trump considered ordering airstrikes against the Houthis in Yemen before deciding to hold off. This decision followed requests from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who urged military action as the Iran-backed group approached a critical Red Sea chokepoint. While Trump rejected the strikes to avoid new Middle East entanglements, he agreed to provide intelligence and targeting data. Meanwhile, Houthis continue pushing for control of Yemen highlands as the U.S. prioritizes regional stability and strategic relations.