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Trump Claims Saudi Arabia, Israel Would Be 'Wiped Off The Planet' Without Him
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News18•03-10-2026, 06:32
Trump Claims Saudi Arabia, Israel Would Be 'Wiped Off The Planet' Without Him
- •Donald Trump asserted that Saudi Arabia and Israel would not exist if he were not president, emphasizing his role in their protection.
- •Trump stated his relationship with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) remains "very good."
- •The former president reiterated his belief that several countries rely on US protection under his leadership.
- •Saudi Arabia is reportedly preparing for a new military offensive against Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, potentially targeting the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- •The US is providing intelligence support to Saudi operations in Yemen but is not expected to take a direct combat role, after Trump reportedly declined earlier requests for US airstrikes.
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US President Donald Trump claimed that Saudi Arabia and Israel would have been wiped off the face of the planet if he were not president.
Saudi Arabia is preparing for a possible new military offensive against Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, with plans ranging from a coastal push to secure the Red Sea shipping route to a broader multi-front assault.
The United States is providing intelligence support to Saudi operations in Yemen, though Washington is not expected to take a direct combat role.
