US Halts Strikes on Houthis Amid Ceasefire Agreement with Oman

President Donald Trump announced that the United States would immediately halt airstrikes against Yemen's Houthi rebels after the group reportedly agreed to stop disrupting key Middle East shipping routes, a move mediated by Oman. Trump stated that the Houthis indicated they no longer wanted to fight and would refrain from attacking ships, prompting the U.S. to cease its bombing campaign. However, Houthi representatives denied agreeing to halt all attacks, asserting that operations against Israel and in the Red Sea would continue until the conflict in Gaza ends. The announcement surprised Israeli officials, who said they were not informed in advance of the U.S. decision and remain uncertain about the Houthis' intentions. The ceasefire is also seen as an effort to build momentum for renewed U.S.-Iran nuclear talks. Trump hinted at a forthcoming major announcement related to the region, describing it as 'very positive.'