Trump says Houthis asked US not to target them

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President Donald Trump said Iran-backed Houthis have asked the United States to abstain from targeting the militant group. He linked the claim to a worsening clash with Saudi Arabia that is inflaming tensions in the Middle East.

WHO: President Donald Trump

WHAT: Trump said Iran-backed Houthis asked the US not to target them.

WHEN: Reported Sep 12, 2026 at 6:53 AM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: Trump said the request from the Houthis was made as tensions worsened amid a clash with Saudi Arabia.

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