Group 1 - Oman has reached an agreement with the US and Yemeni authorities to prevent attacks on ships in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait, aiming to ensure freedom of navigation and the smooth passage of international shipping [1] - The Red Sea is a critical international trade route, with approximately 30% of global container traffic and over 1 million barrels of oil transported daily through the Suez Canal, highlighting the significant impact of ongoing tensions in the region on global shipping and the economy [2] - The US has decided to stop bombing the Houthi forces after they announced they would no longer attack ships, which was unexpected for Israel [3] Group 2 - The Houthi leadership has vowed to continue supporting Gaza despite the heavy airstrikes from Israel, indicating a commitment to retaliate against perceived aggressors [4] - Israel has conducted airstrikes in Yemen, resulting in casualties and damage to infrastructure, with Israeli officials stating that Iran will be held responsible for Houthi attacks against Israel [7]