Trump Reverses Decision on Houthi Airstrikes After Two Days

President Donald Trump reversed his decision to launch airstrikes against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, after initially ordering the military to prepare for an attack. The decision was reversed just two days after it was made. Trump had been persuaded to order the strike preparations following a phone call from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who requested US intervention against the Houthis. Military commanders had approved target lists and bombs were being loaded onto fighter jets before Trump withdrew the order. The reversal comes amid concerns that a new conflict with the Houthis would expand the prolonged US-Iran war, adding further political and economic burdens. Most of Trump's key advisors were reportedly skeptical or opposed to the strikes.