Oman has brokered a ceasefire agreement between the United States and Yemen's Houthi rebels after weeks of escalating conflict in the Red Sea. The truce aims to ensure safe passage and freedom of navigation for commercial vessels, following a series of Houthi attacks on shipping lanes. The Houthis, backed by Iran, had targeted US and allied ships in response to the ongoing war in Gaza. US President Trump confirmed the deal, stating the Houthis agreed to halt their attacks, prompting the US to suspend airstrikes. This agreement marks a significant de-escalation in a region critical to global trade.
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UPDATED: US, Yemen's Houthis agree ceasefire: Mediator Oman
The United States and Yemen's Houthis have reached a ceasefire agreement, mediator Oman announced Tuesday, saying the deal would ensure "freedom of navigation" in the Red Sea where the rebels have attacked shipping.
