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Trump cuts trip as US petrol tops $4 a gallon
The Indian Express··5d ago
US President Donald Trump cut short a Camp David stay and flew back to Washington on Saturday evening. Fighting between Saudi forces and Yemen's Houthi rebels had escalated. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also curtailed an upcoming US visit, i24NEWS reported. Houthi forces fired ballistic missiles and drones at Riyadh the same day. Saudi officials reported no deaths or injuries.
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What It Means For You
- A State Department notice warned Americans abroad of flight cancellations and airspace closures.
- Petrol prices in the US were already above $4 a gallon nationally, the report said.
- US midterm elections are scheduled for 3 November.
What's Happening
- The White House did not explain Trump's early return when asked by travelling reporters.
- Houthi forces targeted Saudi Arabia, including civilian airports, the notice said.
- The Riyadh attack caused major flight disruptions across the region.
Why Travel Plans Shifted
- Trump's shortened Camp David trip was reported by The Independent.
- Netanyahu's curtailed US visit was reported by i24NEWS.
- The State Department said the Middle East security situation remains complex.
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