President Trump’s Announcement on Houthi Conflict
President Trump declared on Tuesday that the U.S. would halt bombings of the Iranian-backed Houthi militia, claiming they expressed a desire for peace. In response, Houthi official Mohammed Al-Bukhaiti stated they would refrain from attacking U.S. interests if the bombings ceased, but would continue military operations supporting Gaza until the Israeli siege ends. Uncertainty remains regarding the Houthis’ commitment to stop targeting international shipping, and Pentagon officials were reportedly caught off guard by Trump’s announcement.
