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Trump Announces Yemen Ceasefire with Houthis, Mediated by Oman, Amid Group's Denials and Iran Talks
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President Donald Trump announced a cessation of U.S. military strikes against the Iran-backed Houthi forces in Yemen, following what he described as a truce agreement. The announcement came during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in the Oval Office, where Trump stated that the Houthis had expressed a desire to end hostilities.
However, the Houthis have denied any such agreement, asserting that they have no intention of stopping their attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This contradiction raises questions about the validity of the ceasefire and its potential impact on regional stability.
The ceasefire agreement was reportedly mediated by Oman, with negotiations led by U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff. The diplomatic efforts were aimed at de-escalating tensions and ensuring freedom of navigation in critical maritime routes.
The move by Trump is seen as an attempt to build momentum for ongoing Iran nuclear deal talks, according to sources familiar with the matter. The timing of the next round of these talks remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes in Yemen continue in response to a Houthi missile attack near Ben Gurion Airport, with Senator Marco Rubio describing the ceasefire as an important development.
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