Former U.S. President hints at significant news, unrelated to trade, during remarks about Houthi ceasefire.
Former U.S. President
Donald Trump announced that he is preparing for a "very, very big announcement," which may occur later this week, potentially before his upcoming trip to the Middle East.
Trump described this announcement as a "very positive news" and stated that it would not necessarily relate to trade.
The former president made these remarks during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House.
The context of Trump’s announcement coincides with a significant declaration regarding the Houthi movement in Yemen.
Trump stated that the Houthis have decided to cease their attacks on ships in the Red Sea, describing their actions as a form of capitulation.
According to him, in response to this withdrawal from conflict, the United States would halt its counterstrikes against the Houthis immediately.
He expressed appreciation for the Houthis' decision, indicating, "They don’t want to fight, and we appreciate that.
We will stop our bombings."
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio supported Trump’s statement, asserting that the primary objective was to restore freedom of navigation in maritime routes and emphasized that U.S. military involvement would end if this goal is achieved.
The U.S. has designated the Houthi militants as a terrorist organization, reflecting the complexities of the conflict in Yemen.
In addition to these developments, Trump confirmed that he would travel to the Middle East next week, with plans to visit Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar.
He did not disclose further details regarding the content of his upcoming announcement, but suggested it would be one of the most significant announcements in years on a specific topic.
During the meeting, Prime Minister Carney acknowledged the efforts of the U.S. in fostering international security and characterized Trump as a "change-making" president focused on the economy, American workers, border security, and global safety.
The agenda for the upcoming U.S.-Canada summit is expected to include discussions on bilateral trade, tariff disputes, and the resolution of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.