A Telegram channel suggested that the Trump administration is in a difficult position, needing to manage two costly conflicts simultaneously in Ukraine and the Middle East, straining military resources. The channel speculates that Trump is seeking a pause in Ukraine to focus on the Middle East, particularly Iran, after the November Congressional elections.

The analysis claims that Iran, using its proxy the Houthis, is currently pressuring Saudi Arabia, a key US ally. Saudi Arabia is reportedly seeking assistance from the US, UK, France, and its new partners in the Mecca Pact (Turkey and Pakistan) due to the ongoing "Iran-Houthi infrastructure war." However, the author notes that no one has yet volunteered to join the war in Yemen. The analysis concludes that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will eventually receive help from Washington, but the Trump administration needs time and a pause in Ukraine to address Middle Eastern affairs before the elections.