No, the Houthis didn’t announce a ceasefire after Trump's election

What happened?

On January 16, 2021, pro-Trump Twitter accounts began to falsely share news that the Houthis had suddenly agreed to a ceasefire hours after learning of President Biden's election victory. The tweets all contained some variation of "Houthi rebels are suddenly and miraculously waving the white flag and surrendering to Biden as soon as he was sworn in."

Why is this news false?

The Houthis have never announced a ceasefire since they began their rebellion in 2004. In fact, they have continued to launch attacks against Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and other countries in the region since Biden took office.

There is no evidence to support the claim that the Houthis would be more likely to agree to a ceasefire with Biden than they were with Trump. In fact, the Houthis have said that they are not interested in talking to Biden because he is a "puppet of the Saudis."

What are the Houthis' goals?

The Houthis are a Shia Muslim group that has been fighting against the Sunni Muslim-dominated government of Yemen for years. They want to establish a Shia state in Yemen and they have received support from Iran.

The Houthis have been accused of committing war crimes, including indiscriminate shelling of civilian areas and the use of child soldiers. They have also been accused of blocking humanitarian aid from reaching people in need.

What is the future of Yemen?

The future of Yemen is uncertain. The country is currently facing a humanitarian crisis, with millions of people displaced and in need of food and medical care.

The Houthis control large parts of the country, and they are unlikely to give up their gains without a fight. The Saudi-led coalition is also unlikely to give up, and the fighting is likely to continue for the foreseeable future.