Sanaa: President Mahdi al-Mashat, head of the Supreme Political Council, indicated that the ongoing escalation could potentially impact former President Donald Trump's planned visit to the region. "We indirectly informed the Americans that continued escalation will affect the criminal Trump's visit to the region, we have not informed them of anything else," al-Mashat stated. According to Yemen News Agency, President al-Mashat made it clear in his statement that the onus lies with Trump to halt his aggressive actions and consider reparative measures for past actions. The comments highlight the tense atmosphere surrounding Trump's visit and the potential diplomatic ramifications if the situation continues to escalate.
Thursday, August 20, 2026