Trump: Israel Helping Saudi Fight Houthis, Accords Closer Than Ever
Trump acknowledges Israel’s support for Saudi Arabia against Houthis, hints at renewed Abraham Accords prospects.
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President Donald Trump acknowledged on Friday that Israel has been assisting Saudi Arabia in its fight against Iran-backed Houthi terrorists, suggesting the kingdom may be closer than ever to joining the Abraham Accords. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump was asked whether Saudi Arabia should accept Israeli assistance in its ongoing conflict with the Houthis.
Israel’s Role in Saudi Security
“Yeah, I do. I think they will. Israel has been very helpful to Saudi Arabia,” Trump said. His remarks represent a public acknowledgment of Israeli assistance to Saudi Arabia, despite the absence of formal diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Abraham Accords on the Horizon
When asked if Saudi Arabia’s entry into the Abraham Accords was back on the table, Trump suggested the prospect of normalization was stronger than ever. “Yeah, I think so. Maybe more than ever,” he said. “The Abraham Accords is one of our great achievements.”
Escalating Houthi Attacks
Trump’s comments came amid an intensifying offensive by Houthi terrorists against Saudi Arabia, targeting airports, oil facilities, and military installations. The attacks have killed civilians, disrupted international travel, and threatened critical infrastructure. A devastating missile strike on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport last weekend resulted in 17 deaths and 333 injuries.
Security Cooperation and Intelligence Sharing
The attacks continued with Saudi-led coalition officials reporting the interception of missiles and drones. The U.S. Embassy in Riyadh issued a security alert, warning of potential attacks on Saudi airports and flight disruptions. Israeli media reported that Saudi Arabia had sought U.S. assistance against the Houthis and was receiving Israeli intelligence through U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM).
Strategic Implications
Trump’s comments underscore the growing security cooperation between Jerusalem and Riyadh as the Houthi threat intensifies. The expanding relationship could bolster Trump’s efforts to bring Saudi Arabia into the Abraham Accords, a landmark U.S.-brokered agreement that normalized relations between Israel and several Arab countries.
Source: Breitbart
