Donald Trump, the President of the United States, held a phone call on Sunday with Rashad Al-Alimi, the President of Yemen, during which they discussed the advancements of the Houthi group, which operates with Iranian support. This group has recently captured key areas around the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait in a rapid attack.
Request for Support from the President of Yemen
Rashad Al-Alimi raised a request for support for his government, which was formed in cooperation with Saudi Arabia. The aim of this request is to counter the Houthi advancements and stabilize the security situation in a region of global significance. However, two informed sources, one from Yemen and the other from the West, stated that Trump did not make any direct and specific promise regarding military support during this call.
Trump's Position on the Houthis
The President of the United States had previously stated that the U.S. is in contact with the Houthis, and this group has declared that it will not attack American ships. The United States has also designated the Houthis as a terrorist organization. At the same time, Trump has rejected Saudi Arabia's requests for military support against the Houthis.
The recent conversation between Trump and Al-Alimi took place amid rising tensions in the region due to developments in Yemen and Houthi activities. The Houthis have captured several key areas in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait this month through a rapid attack. This strait is recognized as one of the most important waterways in the world, and any change in its control could have significant impacts on global trade and maritime security.
A reduction in military support from the United States could lead to further weakening of the Yemeni government and an increase in Houthi influence. This situation could exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, with its repercussions felt at both regional and global levels.
As the United States seeks to adjust its policies regarding the Middle East, future developments in Yemen and Trump's position are expected to be regarded as a significant consequence in regional diplomacy.
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