dailyloe.com – Former U.S. President Donald Trump has privately told aides he is willing to end the war in Yemen. He aims to do this without reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz. This stance marks a significant potential shift in Middle East policy.
The discussions were reported by The Wall Street Journal based on sources familiar with the matter. The strait is a critical global oil transit chokepoint. Any military action there could severely disrupt energy markets and escalate regional tensions.
Trump’s approach suggests a focus on diplomatic closure of the long-running conflict. The war has caused a severe humanitarian crisis in Yemen. A UN report estimates over 377,000 deaths since 2015 due to the fighting.
Ending the conflict would involve complex negotiations with Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthi forces. The U.S. has been a key supporter of the Saudi-led coalition. A peaceful resolution could reshape security dynamics across the Arabian Peninsula.[]
Source: WSJ
