Defense bill sets deadline for US support in Yemen war

Published August 14, 2018 9:55pm ET



The defense bill signed by President Trump on Monday could end the U.S. military’s refueling of Saudi warplanes in the Yemen war within weeks unless the Pentagon acts to assure Congress.

Defense Secretary Jim Mattis is required under the National Defense Authorization Act to certify to lawmakers within 30 days that Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are taking steps to limit civilian casualties, end the conflict, and alleviate the crushing humanitarian crisis in Yemen.

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