Trump: Israel Aided Saudi Arabia in War Against Houthis

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Israel has aided Saudi Arabia in its war against the Houthi rebels in Yemen. Trump also suggested that Saudi Arabia might be more open than ever to joining the Abraham Accords. These statements follow a recent escalation in the Yemen conflict, with Houthi attacks on Saudi airports and energy infrastructure, and Saudi airstrikes in Yemen. The ongoing hostilities have also raised concerns about potential U.S. involvement and have economic repercussions for Saudi Arabia's upcoming investment summit.

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated Israel aided Saudi Arabia against Yemen's Houthis.
Trump believes Saudi Arabia will accept more aid from Israel.
The prospect of Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords is back on the table.
The comments follow a significant escalation in the Saudi-Houthi conflict.
Houthi attacks have targeted Saudi airports and energy facilities.
The tensions have economic implications for Saudi Arabia's upcoming investment summit.

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Former U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Friday that Israel has assisted Saudi Arabia in its fight against the Houthi rebels in Yemen. Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Trump expressed his belief that the Saudi Kingdom would be open to receiving further aid from Israel. He also indicated that the prospect of Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords is back on the table, potentially more than ever.

When asked if Saudi Arabia should accept Israeli assistance in its conflict with the Houthis, Trump responded affirmatively, stating, "Yes, I think so. I think they will get it. Israel has helped Saudi Arabia a lot." He added that Saudi Arabia is "very happy to receive the support of Israel and ours."

Trump's remarks come amid a significant escalation in the conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis. Recent weeks have seen attacks on airports and energy facilities within the Kingdom. Last week, a Houthi missile strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh reportedly killed at least 12 people and injured 309. Further attacks were reported at King Fahd Airport in Dammam and on gas facilities at the Ghawar oil field. The Saudi air force has continued its retaliatory strikes in Yemen, while the Houthis have threatened to expand their attacks on key Saudi infrastructure, including Aramco facilities, Riyadh's airport, and refineries.

The escalating tensions have also raised concerns about direct U.S. involvement. A Houthi official warned of retaliation against American interests in the region if the U.S. joins the strikes. Meanwhile, Egyptian efforts are reportedly underway to promote de-escalation and prevent a ground invasion of Yemen by Saudi forces.

The security tensions also carry economic implications. Saudi Arabia fears that the missile attacks and flight disruptions could impact participation in the upcoming international investment summit in Riyadh, scheduled from October 26 to 29. While the Saudi leadership reportedly intends to proceed with the summit, concerns linger over the ongoing attacks and dwindling interceptor missile supplies.