Trump reverses decision on joining Saudi strikes against Houthis in Yemen

President Donald Trump decided Sunday not to join Saudi Arabia in joint military strikes against Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, reversing his earlier order to prepare for air attacks. The decision follows weeks of wavering over pleas from Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Trump had told the Pentagon to prepare strikes after a Thursday call with the Saudi leader, but pulled back as commanders approved target lists and troops loaded bombs. Most of his inner circle opposed joining the fight, citing strains from the ongoing war with Iran. The Houthis have avoided attacking US ships but targeted Saudi vessels, creating a dilemma for Trump. Experts doubt limited bombing would compel the group, which withstood US bombardment last year, to negotiate.