Reported 11 months ago
The US and its allies, in efforts to curb Houthi ship attacks in the Red Sea, are increasing pressure on Houthis by blocking their revenue sources, potentially jeopardizing a peace deal meant to end the nearly decade-long war in Yemen. Washington insists on halting Houthi Red Sea attacks as a condition for moving forward with a UN peace plan, despite previous airstrikes against the group having little effect. The US-backed Central Bank of Yemen is taking actions against banks in Houthi-controlled territories to hinder their financial access. The situation may escalate the conflict in Yemen and poses challenges for the Biden administration's Middle East diplomacy.
Source: YAHOO