US officials met Houthi leaders in Oman after Red Sea blitz, got assurances: Report

US officials reportedly met Houthi representatives in Oman on Sunday. The meeting occurred after Houthis occupied a significant portion of the Red Sea coast. Houthis affirmed no intention of attacking American vessels and committed to a 2025 ceasefire. They also stated they would not attack Israeli or commercial ships, except Saudi ones. This engagement follows months of negotiations and prior attacks on Red Sea shipping.