http://www.nytimes.com/2016/10/19/world/middleeast/yemen-cease-fire-houthis.html 2016-10-19 02:03:26 Short-Term Cease-Fire in Yemen Appears Likely The rebels known as the Houthis said they would abide by the cease-fire if the Saudi military coalition halted attacks and lifted a blockade. === BEIRUT, Lebanon — War-torn The statement by the rebels, known as the Houthis, was their first official reaction to a 72-hour cease-fire that the Mr. Kerry noted in a statement that a “peaceful resolution of this conflict requires compromises and commitments by everyone.” “The United States,” he added, “alongside the international community, is ready to provide assistance and will continue to work with all parties to conclude a negotiated settlement that will bring a permanent and lasting end to the conflict.” In 2014, the Houthis In March 2015, a military coalition led by Saudi Arabia began a campaign of airstrikes aimed at dislodging the Houthis and restoring Mr. Hadi’s government. It has not worked. If it holds, the cease-fire could allow aid groups to reach civilians who have been cut off by the war, The cease-fire is to begin at 11:59 p.m. local time on Wednesday and last for 72 hours. The United Nations’ special envoy to But past efforts to halt the fighting have not lasted, and talks on a political solution to the war collapsed in August.