Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called President Donald Trump twice and urged him to order U.S. strikes against the Iran-backed Houthis, according to U.S. officials. Trump declined, while Washington offered intelligence and targeting support to Saudi Arabia. The request came as Houthi forces advanced toward the Bab al-Mandab Strait, threatening a crucial route for global trade and Saudi oil exports. U.S. officials said American forces would avoid direct involvement and remain focused on Iran and Hormuz for now entirely.
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