Diplomatic talks between the Trump administration and Houthi leaders in Oman have reportedly led to a temporary halt in US military support for Saudi Arabia’s offensive in Yemen, following assurances from the rebel group that a 2025 ceasefire remains in place. The Houthis clarified that their attacks would be limited to Saudi-backed vessels, citing the ongoing blockade of Yemen as justification, while explicitly stating they have no plans to target US shipping in the Red Sea. The meeting, held at the US embassy in Muscat, marks a shift in regional tensions as Washington appears to defer direct intervention for now. The development raises questions about the stability of Red Sea trade routes amid the broader Yemen conflict.
Armed group appears to reach agreement with Trump administration over safety of Red Sea shippingOfficials from the US met Houthi leaders over the weekend at the country’s embassy in Muscat, Oman, it has been confirmed, leading to the US decision not to intervene to help Saudi Arabia drive back a Houthi advance inside Yemen.The Houthis reassured the US that the ceasefire agreement between the two sides struck in 2025 still held and the movement had no intention of attacking US shipping in the Red Sea. Only Saudi-linked shipping was regarded as a target owing to its blockade of Yemen, the Houthis confirmed. Continue reading...
