AXIOS —U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly signaled his support for Saudi-led military operations against Houthi rebels in Yemen following a high-level discussion with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. According to reports from Axios, the agreement follows a formal request from Riyadh for American backing of intensified military measures aimed at curbing the insurgent group’s influence and securing regional interests.
The diplomatic shift comes as the United Nations Security Council convened an emergency session at the request of the Yemeni government. Western powers, led by the United States, have accused the Islamic Republic of Iran of violating Yemeni sovereignty by facilitating unauthorized flights to Sanaa. U.S. officials allege these flights, operated by Mahan Air, transported IRGC personnel and advanced military hardware, including missile and drone technology, in direct violation of UN Resolution 2216.
Tensions escalated further following reports that Iranian aircraft were utilized to transport Houthi leadership to Tehran for the funeral of Ali Khamenei. The Yemeni government has issued a stern condemnation of these maneuvers, characterizing them as a provocative escalation that undermines international law and regional stability. Washington remains committed to monitoring the situation as Riyadh prepares for potential tactical shifts on the ground.