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American officials met on Saturday at the embassy of this country in Muscat, the capital of Oman, with representatives of the Houthis in Yemen. This meeting followed recent developments in Yemen, particularly after the Houthis' successes in controlling a strategic strip along the Red Sea coast. This visit, which was not publicly announced due to the sensitivity of the subject, was conducted with the cooperation of the Omani government, which is recognized as a mediator in this process.
Details of the meeting in Oman
This meeting took place while the Houthis, in a successful military operation, forced Saudi-backed forces to retreat and took control of significant parts of the Red Sea coast. According to informed sources, this meeting was held in an informal atmosphere with the aim of reviewing the current situation and possible ways to reduce tensions in Yemen. Three sources, who requested anonymity, emphasized that this meeting was specifically held to address humanitarian and security challenges in Yemen and to explore possible solutions for returning to peace talks.
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Consequences of the meeting
This meeting actually reflects new changes in regional diplomacy and serious efforts to end the Yemen crisis. The Omani government, which has long been active as a mediator in this conflict, has played a key role in facilitating these discussions. The Houthis, who in recent years have been recognized as a major player in Yemen due to military and financial support from Iran, are now seeking a solution to the humanitarian crisis in their country. These efforts demonstrate their willingness to continue dialogue and diplomacy while still seeking to maintain their interests on the battlefield.
Moreover, this meeting could be seen as a sign of a shift in the United States' approach to the Yemen crisis. American officials in the past have publicly distanced themselves from the Houthis and emphasized the legitimacy of the Yemeni transitional government. However, now, given recent developments and the increase in Houthi military operations, it seems that Washington is looking to establish new communication channels with this group.
Ultimately, this meeting took place while the Yemen crisis is recognized as one of the most complex and severe humanitarian crises in the world. More than ٢٤ million people in Yemen need humanitarian assistance, and the conflicts have put millions of people in this country in a dangerous situation. Therefore, efforts to establish peace and stability in Yemen are vital not only for the people of this country but also for overall stability in the Middle East.
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