US officials decide against backing Saudi Arabia in Yemen after meeting Houthi leaders
Summary
US officials met with Houthi leaders in Oman and decided not to support Saudi Arabia militarily in Yemen despite the Houthi advance. The Houthis assured the US that their 2025 ceasefire agreement stands and they will not attack US ships, only Saudi-linked vessels, leading President Trump to reject direct US involvement.Key Facts
- US officials met with Houthi leaders at the Yemeni embassy in Muscat, Oman.
- The Houthis confirmed the 2025 ceasefire agreement remains in effect.
- Houthis said they do not plan to attack US ships, only those linked to Saudi Arabia.
- President Trump condemned the Houthi advance but refused military support for Saudi Arabia.
- The US is already involved in a costly conflict with Iran, which backs the Houthis.
- The US labeled the Houthis a terrorist group but maintains direct contact with their leaders.
- Saudi Arabia alleges the Houthis fired a drone at Mecca, which was intercepted; the Houthis deny this.
- The Houthis claim to have shot down a Saudi F-15 plane and attacked an oil facility, though no evidence was provided.
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