China and Russia Negotiate Safe-Passage Agreements with Houthis in Oman

China and Russia met with a top Houthi official in Oman to negotiate safe-passage agreements for their vessels in the Red Sea. In exchange for safe passage, the two countries promised political support for the Houthis in international bodies like the UN Security Council. The US has expressed concerns about China and Russia supporting the Houthis and receiving safe passage in return.