Trump declines to back Saudi Arabia as US officials reportedly meet Iran-backed Houthis in Oman

U.S. officials met Iran-backed Houthis in Oman over the weekend, sources say.

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Part of The US-Iran war: the Houthis' attacks on Saudi Arabia and the counteroffensive

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France 24Center· Sep 17, 2026

Trump declines to back Saudi Arabia as US officials reportedly meet Iran-backed Houthis in Oman

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The GuardianLean Left· Sep 16, 2026

US officials decide against backing Saudi Arabia in Yemen after meeting Houthi leaders

Al-MonitorLean Left· Sep 16, 2026

U.S. officials met Iran-backed Houthis in Oman over the weekend, sources say

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