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Preface
On the international political stage, a game that stirs global attention is brewing, just like a burning fire that cannot hide the anxiety and anxiety in front of us. The United States, which has been under the guise of global public opinion for several days, has quietly shown a tough stance against the Houthis, as if it wants to make a shining decision on the stage of the turbulent times. This is not just a simple decision, but a political calculation full of hidden worries and helplessness. The U.S. government may launch radar strikes against the Houthis in response to Houthi interference with Red Sea trade lanes. This move not only demonstrates the importance that the United States attaches to trade security, but also implies many political and geopolitical risks.
12% of the world's trade and 10% of the world's maritime oil transportation is through the Red Sea-Suez Canal route, and the frequent attacks on Israeli cargo ships by the Houthis have caused many shipping companies around the world to announce detours to the Cape of Good Hope, triggering huge additional transportation costs, which has become a shortcoming of global trade that cannot be ignored.
As the world's number one power, once the United States decides to act, it will trigger a series of chain reactions. In the face of complex geopolitical and military factors, it is doubtful that the United States will really be able to defeat this hidden Houthi rebel on the top of the mountain.
The prelude to a political storm
The U.S. plan to carry out radar strikes against the Houthis has become the focus of global discussion. This move not only affects the Red Sea trade lanes and global trade, but also highlights the Biden administration's domestic and foreign difficulties in handling Middle East affairs. The US Pentagon is considering a military operation against radar stations located on the territory of Yemen and controlled by the Houthis. Until then, the Biden administration has not made it clear what decisive action it will take to deal with the militant group. This lack of decision creates a sense of hesitation and uncertainty and has led to broader concerns about whether the security situation in the region will deteriorate.
Entanglement of the Red Sea trade lanes
As one of the main participants in the Yemeni civil war, the Houthis have a big gap with the US military in terms of technology and strength. In addition, factors such as complexity and change, ruggedness and danger make it difficult to implement even if there is a willingness to send troops. The consensus on a ceasefire between the parties in Yemen has brought hope for a solution to the chaos in the region. Whether there was preparation for the attack is still a suspense. Past experience tells us that the United States has not really achieved the desired results in its previous strikes against the Houthis.
The Pentagon's internal and external difficulties
In the face of such a complex situation, global attention has been raised. As one of the most important shipping routes between Europe, Asia and Africa, the Red Sea trade route is particularly vulnerable to tensions between the Houthis and other forces. Its stability and smoothness are essential for world trade, and any turmoil could trigger a ripple effect.
In addition, the Biden administration's ambivalent attitude in dealing with Middle East affairs has further exacerbated the domestic and foreign dilemma. They need to balance the needs of different stakeholders and carefully weigh the risks and benefits of each decision. Doing so undoubtedly adds to the challenge and pressure.
Geopolitical and strategic dilemmas
Looking at the level of military technology, the Houthis are naturally not at the same level as the US military. The terrain of Yemen is similar to that of Afghanistan, and the topography of the mountainous plateau makes it difficult for ground forces to intervene easily. The U.S. military seems to be still in mind the lessons of more than 20 years of war in Afghanistan. The Houthis are only a political and military organization in northern Yemen and do not represent the entire Yemeni government. If the Pentagon rashly sends troops to Yemen, who dares to guarantee that Yemen will not become a "second Afghanistan" for the United States?
Successive strikes against the Houthis
Looking back, the United States has not been without action against the Houthis. In 2016, when Biden was vice president in the Obama administration, the U.S. military responded by firing missiles at three coastal radar stations of the Houthis. After that, the U.S. military switched its strikes on the Houthis into drone mode, claiming to be "targeting the Houthis", but because of Yemen's unique terrain, the U.S. military's air strikes were not as effective as they could be.
Responsibility to maintain global order
The U.S. radar strike plan against the Houthis has attracted widespread global attention and made the chaos in the Middle East increasingly complex and uncertain. Resolving this issue requires wisdom and mutual cooperation on all sides in order to avoid further escalation of the situation and to find a more durable and stable solution. Only through dialogue on an equal footing and joint efforts can we bring true peace and prosperity to the Middle East region.
The ending is unknown
In the end, no one can predict the outcome of this political game. It is unknown how the United States will choose its actions, and how such actions will affect the global political situation. This hesitation has become a high-profile point of controversy on the international political stage, as well as the focus of the world's attention.