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April 17, 2025

Reports: U.S. in Talks with Yemeni Fighters over Possible Ground Attack Against Houthi Movement
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Bloomberg News is reporting U.S. officials are in talks with
pro-government militias in Yemen about a possible ground offensive to
oust Houthi fighters from the Red Sea coast. U.S. aerial attacks on
Yemen since mid-March have killed at least 123 people, as Houthis vow to
continue targeting ships in the region that are tied to Israel's war on
Gaza.

Last week, a group of Democratic lawmakers called on the Trump
administration to halt its attacks on Yemen, citing the War Powers
Resolution, which requires congressional approval, or a declaration of
war, to directly attack another country.


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