Trump says US to stop attacking Houthis in Yemen as group has 'capitulated'
Summary
Trump announced that the U.S. will cease its attacks on the Houthi group in Yemen due to the group's alleged desire for peace. A ceasefire agreement, confirmed by Oman, is in place to stop the Houthi group from harming shipping in the Red Sea.Key Facts
- Donald Trump says the U.S. will stop military actions against the Houthi group in Yemen.
- He states this decision comes because the Houthi have "capitulated", or given up the fight.
- An agreement has reportedly been reached, aimed at stopping the Houthi group from targeting ships in the Red Sea.
- The deal was confirmed by Oman, which played a role in reaching it.
- The Houthi group started attacking ships in the Red Sea in support of the Palestinians in Gaza.
- Their attacks have led to the sinking and capturing of ships and the loss of some crew members.
- This situation has caused major shipping companies to avoid the Red Sea, altering their routes.
- Previous U.S. military actions have increased under Trump following initial strikes put into place by former President Joe Biden.
- Despite the ceasefire, the Houthi group has reportedly continued to fire missiles towards Israel.
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