US officials met Houthi leaders in Oman after Red Sea blitz, got assurances: Report

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US officials met with Houthi leaders in Oman following the Houthis' control of part of the Red Sea coast. The Houthis assured no planned attacks on American, Israeli, or commercial vessels except Saudi ships and committed to a ceasefire in 2025, after months of negotiations and prior shipping attacks in the region.

US officials reportedly met Houthi representatives in Oman on Sunday. The meeting occurred after Houthis occupied a significant portion of the Red Sea coast. Houthis affirmed no intention of attacking American vessels and committed to a 2025 ceasefire. They also stated they would not attack Israeli or commercial ships, except Saudi ones. This engagement follows months of negotiations and prior attacks on Red Sea shipping.