US Stays Out of Saudi-Houthi Conflict After Direct Talks With Houthis
What Happened
US officials reportedly met Houthi representatives in Muscat, Oman, after which Washington decided not to directly support Saudi Arabia in its escalating conflict with the Iran-backed group in Yemen. During the talks, the Houthis reportedly assured the US they would uphold their 2025 ceasefire and would not target American vessels in the Red Sea.
Key Takeaways
The move signals a US preference for diplomacy over direct military involvement as fighting intensifies in Yemen. It also increases pressure on Saudi Arabia to either pursue a political solution or build regional support to counter recent Houthi advances along the Red Sea coast.