WASHINGTON(The COW News ditial) The United States has decided to provide Saudi Arabia with intelligence related to Yemen’s Houthi movement while currently ruling out direct military intervention against the group, according to US officials cited by foreign media.
A US official said Washington would share intelligence and targeting-related information with Saudi authorities to help the kingdom assess and respond to threats linked to the Houthis.
The intelligence assistance is expected to include information concerning Houthi activities and potential targets. The move would strengthen Saudi Arabia’s ability to monitor threats and improve its own security planning without requiring direct US military involvement.
According to the official, around 200 US military personnel are already stationed in Saudi Arabia. Their current role is focused on providing non-combat assistance to the kingdom rather than conducting direct military operations against the Houthis.
The official further indicated that the administration of US President Donald Trump does not currently intend to launch direct military action against the Houthi movement.
The decision comes amid continuing concerns over security threats in and around the Red Sea, where attacks and tensions involving the Houthis have raised concerns for regional stability and international shipping.
Earlier, a US news outlet reported that Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had spoken with President Trump by telephone twice in a single day over the threat posed by the Houthis in the Red Sea.
According to the report, the Saudi crown prince urged the US president to take action against the Houthis. However, Trump reportedly declined to commit to direct military action against the group.
The latest US approach indicates a preference for providing intelligence and security support to Saudi Arabia while avoiding an immediate expansion of American military involvement in the conflict.
The sharing of intelligence could allow Saudi authorities to strengthen surveillance and identify potential threats more effectively. At the same time, Washington’s decision not to undertake direct action could signal an effort to limit the risks associated with deeper US military engagement in the region.
The developments are being closely watched as regional governments continue to assess the security situation around the Red Sea and the potential impact of Houthi activity on regional security and maritime trade.
