Trump Claims Israel Aided Saudi Arabia Against Houthis
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U.S. President Donald Trump claimed Israel has provided significant security assistance to Saudi Arabia in its conflict with Yemen's Houthi rebels. He expressed confidence that Saudi Arabia would accept further Israeli aid and suggested the Kingdom might soon normalize relations with Israel under the Abraham Accords. Trump's comments indicate potential security cooperation between the two nations, though no official confirmation or specific details were provided by Saudi Arabia.
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- President Donald Trump stated Israel has significantly aided Saudi Arabia against Houthi rebels.
- Trump believes Saudi Arabia would accept further Israeli assistance in the conflict.
- The U.S. President expressed optimism about Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords.
- Trump indicated Saudi Arabia is pleased with support from Israel and the U.S.
- No official confirmation or specific details of the cooperation were provided.
U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Friday that Israel has significantly aided Saudi Arabia in its fight against the Houthi rebels in Yemen. Speaking to reporters outside the White House, Trump expressed his belief that the Saudis would be willing to accept further Israeli assistance.
When asked if Saudi Arabia should accept Israeli help against the Houthis, Trump responded affirmatively, "Yes, I think so. I think they will get it. Israel has helped Saudi Arabia very much." His remarks suggest security cooperation between the two nations, though Israel and Saudi Arabia have not established official diplomatic relations. Trump did not provide specifics regarding the nature, timing, or methods of the alleged Israeli assistance.
Further discussing potential ties, Trump was also asked about Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords and normalizing relations with Israel. He indicated optimism, stating, "Yes, I think so. Maybe more than ever." He added that "Saudi Arabia is very happy to receive the support of Israel and ours," referring to the assistance he claims both countries are providing to the Kingdom.
These statements come amid the ongoing conflict in Yemen and signal a potential further rapprochement between Jerusalem and Riyadh. However, Trump did not announce any new agreements or provide details on concrete normalization efforts, and Saudi Arabia has not officially confirmed the cooperation details mentioned by the president.
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