New reports are raising questions over alleged U.S. contacts with Yemen’s Houthis as tensions across the Middle East intensify. Did Washington seek assurances that American ships would be spared from Houthi attacks while Saudi Arabia remained exposed to strikes? The reported claims come amid escalating Houthi activity targeting maritime routes and Saudi-linked interests, adding another layer to the wider U.S.-Iran confrontation. With the Houthis closely aligned with Tehran, any reported backchannel communication with Washington could carry major regional implications. What exactly was discussed, and could Saudi Arabia have been caught in the middle of a wider strategic bargain involving America and Iran?
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