From: The Jerusalem Post May 7, 2025
Netanyahu faces wake-up call as Trump keeps Israel in the dark over Houthis

“We were completely shocked. Israel was not informed before Trump made the statement,” an Israeli official told The 'Post'.

In Israel, officials were stunned by US President Donald Trump’s Oval Office announcement on Tuesday night, stating that his administration had reached an agreement with the Houthis, under which:
1. they would cease attacks on ships in the Red Sea
2. and the US would halt its strikes against them.

The presidential announcement doubly surprised Israel, as it came just hours after the US military provided a protective security umbrella for an Israeli strike in Yemen, safeguarding against any potential mishaps during the operation.

If the US strikes against the Houthis was so 'effective' why Israel was excluded — Is Israel still an ally...