U.S. diplomats meet with Houthis as Red Sea crisis intensifies
Summary
U.S. diplomats met with Houthi representatives in Oman to discuss keeping a ceasefire and keeping the Bab al-Mandeb Strait open for shipping. The Houthis said their attacks target only Saudi ships, and they want to continue the ceasefire with the U.S. through May 2025.Key Facts
- The meeting took place at the U.S. embassy in Oman and was organized with Omani government help.
- The main topics were maintaining a ceasefire and guaranteeing freedom of navigation through the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.
- The U.S. wants to keep this important shipping lane open without joining Saudi Arabia’s war in Yemen.
- Houthi leaders said their attacks target only Saudi ships, not other international vessels.
- The ceasefire with the U.S. is set to continue until May 2025, according to the Houthis.
- Vice President Vance confirmed the U.S. is in direct talks with the Houthis.
- Secretary of State Rubio spoke with Oman’s Foreign Minister about deescalation efforts.
- Fighting between Houthis and Saudi Arabia has increased recently, including attacks on Mecca and other Saudi cities.
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