Yemen’s Houthis have reportedly reached an agreement with the United States to permit unfettered access for US shipping in the Red Sea. In return, the US has agreed to refrain from military action against the Houthis. This development was reported on September 17, 2026.
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Houthis Agree to Allow US Shipping Access in Exchange for Military Restraint
Yemen’s Houthis have made an agreement with the United States to allow unrestricted access for US shipping in the Red Sea. In exchange, the US will avoid military action against the Houthis.
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Houthis Agree to Allow US Shipping Access in Exchange for Military Restraint