A senior Houthi official has stated that Yemen’s Ansar Allah movement is willing to halt its attacks on US warships in the Red Sea and surrounding waters—but only if the United States ends its military strikes on Yemen. The official, speaking to Drop Site News, emphasized that the Houthis would continue targeting Israeli-linked vessels until a ceasefire is reached in Gaza.

The announcement comes amid escalating tensions in the region, with the US and UK conducting airstrikes on Houthi positions in response to the group’s attacks on commercial and military ships. The Houthis have framed their maritime campaign as a show of solidarity with Palestinians, vowing to persist unless Israel’s offensive on Gaza ends.

This conditional offer highlights the interconnected nature of regional conflicts, where Yemen’s war and the Gaza crisis have become increasingly linked. If the US ceases its strikes, the Houthis suggest de-escalation is possible—but their stance on Israel remains unchanged, prolonging risks to global shipping and regional stability.