Houthis assert US ceasefire excludes Israel, warn of ongoing attacks

A ceasefire agreement between the US and Yemen's Houthi group, brokered by Oman, will halt Houthi attacks on American ships in the Red Sea but does not extend to Israeli vessels or interests. Houthi leaders emphasized that their operations supporting Palestinians in Gaza remain unchanged, and attacks on Israeli-affiliated shipping will continue. While President Trump announced the US would stop military strikes, declaring the Houthis had 'capitulated,' Houthi representatives refuted this characterization and warned they may resume attacks if the US does not uphold its commitments. The US move is seen as prioritizing American and global shipping interests, notably restoring trade routes disrupted by the conflict, but it poses new risks for Israel, which may face increased isolation as shipping companies could avoid Israeli ports. The Houthis maintain their stance that their campaign is in solidarity with Gaza and contingent upon the situation there. Regional repercussions include economic relief for Egypt, which has suffered losses due to rerouted shipping, while Israel faces potential economic and strategic setbacks.