Trump says Houthis 'don't want to fight us' after Saudi pipeline shutdown
President Donald Trump said Saturday that he does not intend to enter into a conflict with the Iran-backed Houthi militant group as the group’s advance along Yemen’s western coast threatens a key shipping route and Saudi Arabia’s oil exports face disruptions.
TL;DR
- President Trump does not intend to enter into a conflict with the Houthi militant group.
- The Houthis have reportedly contacted the U.S. and expressed a desire to avoid conflict.
- The Houthi advance threatens a key shipping route and Saudi oil exports.