Trump Rejects Saudi Request to Command Houthi War; US Says Riyadh Must Lead the Fight

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman reportedly asked Washington to lead a new military campaign against Yemen’s Houthis, but the Trump administration refused. According to Israel’s Kan broadcaster, US officials remain prepared to support a Saudi-led operation but do not want to command it—partly because Houthi attacks are currently focused on Saudi-linked vessels rather than American ships. Leading the campaign could place US forces directly back in Yemen’s line of fire. Watch.