US officials still have doubts about the Yemeni military 's effectiveness . An anti - terrorism strategy without diplomacy is a short - term fix , President Mr . The President 's strategy will instead continue to emphasize international partnerships and institutions . Obama offered a lawyerly defense of his foreign policy to Congress .
US officials still have doubts about the Yemeni military 's effectiveness . An anti - terrorism strategy without diplomacy is a short - term fix , President Mr . Obama offered a lawyerly defense of his foreign policy to Congress .