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As Houthis grab Bab al-Mandeb, US appears willing to watch from sidelines

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

What happened

Stretched by its war with Iran, Washington may have little choice but to trust Houthi assurances on shipping.

Key facts

  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:52:29 UTC.

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  1. Trump administration advances $24.3 billion fighter jet deal to Saudi Arabia as Houthis escalate attacks

  2. Australian man accused of teenage girl's murder appears in Thailand court

  3. As Houthis grab Bab al-Mandeb, US appears willing to watch from sidelines

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