The President's Daily Brief May 7th, 2025: Red Sea Deal Announced After Houthis ‘Capitulate’ & Hegseth’s Surprise Order
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May 7, 2025 Tensions in the Red Sea escalate as President Trump announces a ceasefire with the Houthis, but questions linger about lasting peace. Ukrainian drones disrupt Russian operations just before Victory Day, shaking the Kremlin. In a surprising twist, Defense Secretary Hegseth halts U.S. arms shipments to Ukraine, leaving the administration reeling. Meanwhile, a close call occurs in Syrian airspace as Israeli and Turkish jets narrowly avert a conflict, highlighting the fragile geopolitical landscape.
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Complex Houthi Ceasefire Reality
- The Houthis agreed to stop attacks on U.S. ships and vessels in the Red Sea after intense U.S. bombing but denied overall defeat.
- The ceasefire likely aims to smooth international trade rather than signify full peace, as Houthi hostility towards Israel continues.
Houthi Impact on Global Trade
- Houthi attacks have severely disrupted global trade routes, forcing 70% of traffic to divert around South Africa.
- Halting these attacks could relieve significant economic strain worldwide and restore shipping flow.
Houthis Deny Defeat Claims
- Houthis contradict U.S. claims by denying concessions and vow continued attacks against Israel.
- This inconsistency raises doubts about the true extent and durability of the ceasefire with the U.S.