US-Houthi Yemen Strikes U-Turn: Reports say Trump had US airstrikes against Yemen’s Houthis prepared after Saudi Crown Prince appeals, with target lists approved and bombs loaded, but he called them off at the last minute; Reuters adds Trump spoke with Yemen’s Al-Alimi and made no direct pledge of military support, while the Houthis say they won’t target US ships (except the Saudi “enemy”). Houthi Push for Red Sea Control: Reuters says Houthis are trying to seize strategic high ground to isolate the Red Sea coast from Saudi-backed forces, after rapid territorial gains and attacks that raise risks for Bab al-Mandeb shipping and regional supply chains. Saudi Energy Pressure: The Houthis’ campaign includes strikes on Saudi energy infrastructure and claims of attacks on Riyadh and Yanbu, while Saudi air defenses report interceptions. Shipping & Fuel Fallout: UKMTO reported a tanker hit by an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz with minor injuries; Hormuz traffic remains far below normal, and diesel prices are rising amid wider Middle East disruption. Yemen Human Impact: WHO reports 680 killed or injured across Yemen in a week, with fighting continuing between Houthis and government forces. Maritime Stability Signal: Egypt says the Suez Canal is “safe” with traffic operating normally, even as Bab al-Mandeb risks grow. Regional Diplomacy: Pakistan’s interior minister met Iran’s counterpart in Tehran, with both sides praising peace efforts as the Yemen conflict spills into broader West Asia tensions.