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Trump claims Houthis called him saying they don't want conflict with US

During a bilateral meeting on Saturday, President Trump stated that Houthi representatives contacted him to say they do not want to fight with the United States. Trump made the claim when asked whether Iran bore responsibility for an attack on the East-West Pipeline in Saudi Arabia. Forbes Breaking News documented Trump's statement.

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This story is based on Trump's public statement reported by Forbes Breaking News. The claim of direct Houthi contact has not been independently verified by other major outlets or official sources. Key details about the timing, method, and authenticity of the alleged communication remain unconfirmed.

โœ“ Verified

  • โœ“Trump made a statement during a bilateral meeting on Saturday. (Forbes Breaking News)
  • โœ“The statement concerned Houthi contact regarding conflict with the US. (Forbes Breaking News)
  • โœ“Trump was asked about Iranian responsibility for an East-West Pipeline attack in Saudi Arabia. (Forbes Breaking News)

~ Interpretation

  • ~Trump's claim suggests a direct communication channel with the Houthis. (Statement reported, channel/timing not independently verified)
  • ~The claim was made in the context of broader regional questions about Iranian involvement in Saudi infrastructure attacks. (Forbes Breaking News framing)
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Source@ForbesBreakingNews
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Coverage8 of 15 major US outlets
PublishedSeptember 12, 2026 at 10:23 AM PDT

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