On the 13th of 2026, US President Trump posted on social media accusing the Houthi militants in Yemen of deliberately pushing up oil prices before the US midterm elections.

Trump said that the Houthis are using "very malicious" means to strike Saudi Arabia and are likely to intentionally push up oil prices before the US elections.

Earlier that day, before leaving the White House for Alaska, Trump told the media that he had spoken with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed, but refused to disclose whether he had decided to join Saudi Arabia's efforts to combat the Houthis. He also said that a decision will be made soon on the Iran issue.Editor/Min Jing