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U.S. officials met with Iran-backed Houthis in Oman over the weekend to negotiate over Red Sea attacks. The Houthis reportedly promised not to target American and Israeli ships.
U.S. officials met with Iran-backed Houthis in Oman over the weekend to negotiate over Red Sea attacks on shipping. The Houthis reportedly pledged not to target American and Israeli ships as part of the talks. The direct engagement suggests the U.S. is seeking a negotiated pause rather than military escalation.
The U.S. has been bombing Houthi targets in Yemen for months with limited results. Direct talks are a different approach, and a commitment from the Houthis not to attack American vessels would reduce immediate friction, though it doesn't address the underlying conflict. Whether the Houthis honor the pledge or use negotiations as cover for regrouping is an open question.
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