Trump wavers on Yemen strikes as Saudi pressure collides with new front fears

President Donald Trump has repeatedly reversed his position on potential U.S. airstrikes against Yemen's Houthi rebels, torn between Saudi pressure for military action and fears of opening a new Middle East front, the New York Times reported. The dilemma peaked Thursday after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pleaded with Trump to halt Houthi advances, prompting Trump to order the Pentagon to prepare strikes despite opposing them the day before. He appeared to suspend the plan by Sunday, at least temporarily. The White House declined to comment, with a senior official only stating the U.S. has a defense agreement with Saudi Arabia. Trump had previously rejected at least two Saudi requests for strikes, and said Sunday the Houthis agreed not to target the U.S.