Saudi Arabia left without US help against Houthis

Saudi Arabia is grappling with Washington's refusal to provide military assistance against Houthi attacks, despite the two nations' longstanding alliance and President Trump's close personal ties with Saudi leadership. The American position marks a significant shift in a relationship that has historically centered on security cooperation.

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Saudi Arabia is weighing Washington’s refusal to help fend off Houthi attacks after Riyadh requested US assistance, despite the two countries being longstanding allies and President Donald Trump and his family maintaining close personal ties with Saudi leaders. France 24 International affairs commentator Douglas Herbert shares further details on this alliance.

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Saudi Arabia left without US help against Houthis

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