Defense & Security
Trump Claims Houthi Ceasefire Amid Escalating Saudi Attacks
President Donald Trump has publicly stated that the Houthi movement has agreed to refrain from engaging in combat with the United States. This declaration was made during an interview with Fox News, occurring amidst a significant escalation in regional hostilities.
The timing of these comments coincides with heightened military pressure on close U.S. ally Saudi Arabia. On Saturday, September 19, a missile strike targeted the Saudi capital, Riyadh, underscoring the immediate security threats facing the kingdom despite the alleged diplomatic breakthrough regarding American forces
Key Facts & Highlights
- President Trump told Fox News that the Houthis have agreed not to fight the United States
- A missile strike targeted the Saudi capital, Riyadh, on Saturday, September 19
- Saudi Arabia is identified as a close U.S. ally currently under growing military pressure
- The claims emerge while attacks continue to mount against Saudi positions
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Sep 19, 2026 09:56 UTC
Trump claims Houthis agree not to fight U.S., as attacks mount on Saudi allies
Trump's latest comments to Fox News came as close U.S. ally Saudi Arabia is under growing pressure, with a missile targeting the capital Riyadh on Saturday, September 19
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