Trump Says Houthis Trying to Increase Oil Prices Before Midterms
The U.S. military carried out a major bombing operation against the Houthis in 2025 under President Donald Trump's administration.
TL;DR
- President Trump accused the Iran-backed Houthi group of trying to increase oil prices before the US midterm elections.
- The Houthi group has recently attacked airports in Saudi Arabia, including one on October 10th that resulted in casualties.
- Trump believes Iran is directing the Houthis' actions to negatively impact the upcoming US elections by affecting oil prices.