What is happening
According to la Repubblica, Trump does not want the United States to become involved in the Yemen conflict and has stopped planned strikes against the Houthis, despite appeals from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The source also reported new clashes between Saudi Arabia and Sana’a, while Britain offered support to the Saudis. The UN warned that civilian casualties were increasing and that 130,000 people had been forced from their homes.
Why is it on the Radar?
The reported decision would limit direct U.S. involvement in the Yemen conflict, while the fighting continues to cause civilian casualties and displacement.