The United States has accused Russia of discussing weapon transfers with Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels, potentially changing the conflict in a significant manner and derailing efforts to end Yemen's decade-long war. US Special Envoy for Yemen, Tim Lenderking, stated that Russia and the Huthis are in dialogue about ways to cooperate, including on weapon transfers. Lenderking emphasized the alarming nature of the notion that Russia would provide the Huthis with lethal weapons, expressing concerns from countries in the region. The United States is engaging in diplomatic efforts to curb the Huthi attacks in the Red Sea.