Trump postpones Houthi strike after Saudi appeal and Pentagon concerns

President Donald Trump postponed a planned U.S. military strike against Yemen's Houthi rebels at the last minute, driven by fears of escalating conflict in the Middle East, according to NBC News. The operation was scheduled for Sunday at 5:00 p.m. but was canceled around 2:00 p.m., following Saudi pressure and Houthi threats toward Marib. Pentagon officials cited depleted weapons stocks and risks to U.S. troops, though future attacks remain possible. Some military leaders argued inaction would abandon a key ally, especially after Houthis claimed to down a Saudi F-15. Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council head requested U.S. support, but Trump offered no military commitment.