Trump: Israel is helping Saudi Arabia against the Houthis
US President Trump said that Israel is assisting Saudi Arabia against the Houthis, and that the possibility of Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords is back on the table, "perhaps more than ever." The remarks were made in a conversation with journalists. Trump also addressed the controversy surrounding new White House press secretary Katie Zakaria and hinted she might leave, and strongly denied reports of an intention to replace chief of staff Susie Wiles.
US President Donald Trump said today (Friday) that the possibility of Saudi Arabia joining the Abraham Accords is back on the table, "perhaps more than ever," and claimed that Israel is assisting the kingdom in its fight against the Houthi rebels. The remarks were made in a conversation with journalists before his departure for a campaign rally in Georgia. Trump answered affirmatively when asked whether Saudi Arabia should accept Israeli assistance, but did not elaborate on the nature or scope of the aid. He called the Abraham Accords "one of our greatest achievements" and noted that Saudi Arabia is happy to receive Israel's support. However, he provided no details about new negotiations. Later, Trump addressed the controversy surrounding new White House press secretary Katie Zakaria, and hinted she might leave the position due to the media's treatment of her, in his words. He strongly denied reports of an intention to replace chief of staff Susie Wiles, calling them a "fake story." Regarding the war in Ukraine, Trump said he wants the war to end, and that both leaders want that.