US President Donald Trump ordered a last-minute cancellation of planned US Air Force strikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen on Sunday (September 20), according to a report by The New York Times. The military operation was initiated at the request of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman following escalating conflicts with the Houthi movement.
The report revealed that US military personnel were prepared for deployment, with munitions already loaded onto warplanes, when the White House issued the sudden stand-down order. While military command officials declined to comment, White House representatives also refrained from providing official statements. Meanwhile, Yemeni President Rashid al-Alimi of the internationally recognized government called President Trump on Monday to request air strike support, but Trump rejected the plea. Although Saudi Arabia had previously sought military assistance against the Houthis, US officials noted that President Trump currently prioritizes addressing strategic concerns in Iran and the Strait of Hormuz over entering new regional combat operations.
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