Trump considering strikes against Houthis in Yemen after attacks on Saudi Arabia

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President Trump is contemplating military action against the Houthi rebels in Yemen, who are supported by Iran, after recent attacks on Saudi Arabia. The article, reported by Holly Williams, focuses on the potential U.S. response to these incidents involving Iranian-backed forces.
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US President Donald Trump criticized Yemen's Houthi militants, saying they are "behaving very badly," following a series of attacks on Saudi Arabian airports and other critical infrastructure. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have intensified their military actions since the US entered its eight-month war with Iran. On October 10, 2026, Houthi rebels launched missiles at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, killing 13 people and injuring over 300 others, leading to a temporary closure of airport operations.

Trump also hinted that he might ask Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan for support in the conflict. The attacks have increased concerns about shipping safety through key straits like Bab al-Mandab and have raised questions about potential disruptions to oil exports from the Persian Gulf. As Saudi Arabia remains on high alert, Trump is considering whether the US should join in military strikes against the Houthis to curb their aggressive behavior.

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Trump considering strikes against Houthis in Yemen after attacks on Saudi Arabia. (2026, October 13). CBS News. https://www.cbsnews.com/video/trump-considering-strikes-against-houthis-in-yemen-after-attacks-on-saudi-arabia/

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Topics

Houthis Iran Saudi Arabia U.S. Yemen

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Holly Williams PERSON · 1× Houthis NORP · 1× Iran GPE · 1× Saudi Arabia GPE · 1× Trump PERSON · 1× U.S. GPE · 1× Yemen GPE · 1×

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President Trump is considering launching U.S. military strikes against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, following a wave of attacks on Saudi Arabia.
framing: assertive · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-10-13
🔮 Holly Williams reports.
2026-10-13 · CBS News
Trump considering strikes against Houthis in Yemen after attacks on Saudi Arabia · assertive framing

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President Trump is considering launching U.S. military strikes against the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, following a wave of attacks on Saudi Arabia. asserted
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