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Trump: Saudi Arabia, Israel 'would be wiped off' without my presidency
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Moneycontrol•03-10-2026, 10:13
Trump: Saudi Arabia, Israel 'would be wiped off' without my presidency
- •Donald Trump claimed that Saudi Arabia and Israel would not exist without his presidency, attributing their security to crucial US military support.
- •In a TIME interview, Trump emphasized his strong relationship with Saudi Arabia and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, stating he "protects Saudi Arabia."
- •Trump reiterated his belief that US protection is essential for the survival of several countries, including Israel, against adversaries.
- •The statements come amid renewed scrutiny of US-Saudi ties and reports of Trump rejecting MBS's request for direct US military action against Houthi forces in Yemen.
- •Trump also stressed that Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons, calling them "crazy people," and discussed his decision to continue military operations against Iran beyond initial strikes.
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US President Donald Trump claimed that Saudi Arabia and Israel would not exist and would be wiped off the face of the planet if he were not the US president, emphasizing the crucial role of American military protection.
Saudi Arabia is reportedly preparing for a possible new military offensive against Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, which could range from a coastal operation securing Red Sea shipping routes to a broader assault pushing Houthis away from the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
Trump stated that he chose to continue military operations rather than stopping after initial US strikes because he wanted to prevent Tehran from rebuilding its military capabilities and felt it was inappropriate to stop prematurely.
