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Trump Urges Putin to Tackle Houthi Threat Together

3/20/2025

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In a crucial dialogue with President Putin, President Trump underscored the urgent need to confront the Houthis, who pose a significant threat to global trade in the Red Sea. He pointed to Iran as their primary backer, cautioning that any attacks would be interpreted as acts of Iranian aggression. The situation is further complicated by Russia's role in supplying arms to the Houthis, hindering U.S. stabilization efforts in the region.

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In a crucial dialogue with President Putin, President Trump underscored the urgent need to confront the Houthis, who pose a significant threat to global trade in the Red Sea. He pointed to Iran as their primary backer, cautioning that any attacks would be interpreted as acts of Iranian aggression. The situation is further complicated by Russia's role in supplying arms to the Houthis, hindering U.S. stabilization efforts in the region.