In a rare direct exchange, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov about yesterday’s U.S. strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen. The call signals a potential shift in diplomatic engagement between Washington and Moscow, despite ongoing tensions over Ukraine, NATO, and broader geopolitical rivalries.

According to sources, both sides agreed to work toward restoring communication channels between the U.S. and Russia. This development comes amid rising instability in the Middle East, where Houthi attacks on international shipping have drawn increased U.S. and allied military responses.

While the nature of this renewed dialogue remains uncertain, the timing suggests that Washington and Moscow recognize the need for coordination, particularly on global security threats that could spiral beyond their control. Whether this marks a real diplomatic thaw or is merely a tactical move remains to be seen. We are yet to see how far this renewed engagement will go.