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UPDATED Sep 11, 2026 at 7:11 AM ET
Sep 11, 2026 at 1:09 AM ET
Trump rejects Saudi crown prince call for US strikes
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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman called US President Trump twice on Thursday urging strikes against the Houthis. Trump rejected the request, and US officials said the administration does not intend direct military action against the Houthis at this time, while supporting Saudi Arabia with intelligence and non-kinetic support.
WHO: Donald Trump; Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman; US officials
WHAT: Trump declined a request from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to launch US strikes on the Houthis.
WHEN: Reported Sep 11, 2026 at 3:34 AM ET
WHERE: USA
WHY: Trump rejected the request, and US officials said the administration does not intend direct military action against the Houthis at this time.
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