The Trump administration defended the move as part of a broader pressure campaign against Iran, which backs the Houthis against Yemeni forces supported by Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and other regional powers. ADAD“We have formally notified Congress of the Secretary’s intent to revoke these designations,” a State Department official said in a statement. In his first week in office, Biden returned the United States to the Paris climate agreement and the World Health Organization. ADA White House spokesperson said a chief focus would be on the peace talks led by the Yemen envoy, Tim Lenderking. ADIn unveiling a new approach to the war in Yemen, the administration indicated a different stance on future arms sales to Saudi Arabia.

Source: Washington Post February 06, 2021 00:26 UTC