Event Brief
Saudi proposal via Oman seeks Yemen Houthi ceasefire
By The BriefBrief · Sources (4)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 4:07 AM ET
Summary: Saudi Arabia conveyed to the Houthis through Oman a proposal including a two-week ceasefire and opening direct talks between Riyadh and Houthi leadership. The plan, delivered to Sanaa, would first address the Houthis’ humanitarian demands before aiming for a comprehensive agreement by the end of the truce.
WHO: Saudi Arabia, conveyed via the Sultanate of Oman; Houthi leadership
WHAT: Saudi Arabia delivers a proposal to the Houthis via Oman for a two-week ceasefire and direct talks with Riyadh, starting with humanitarian demands.
WHEN: Sep 18, 2026 at 6:24 AM ET
WHERE: Yemen
WHY: Oman was asked to deliver Saudi Arabia’s proposal to the Houthis, following recent contacts with the United States, Egypt, Pakistan, and Oman, to use the ceasefire period to discuss humanitarian demands and then reach a comprehensive agreement.
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