US And Allies Issue Final Warning To The Houthis Over Red Sea Attacks

A strong warning has been issued to the Houthi rebels in Yemen by the United States and twelve of its allies, including Australia, Belgium, Bahrain, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Netherlands, Singapore, and the United Kingdom. The joint statement issued by the White House denounced the Houthis’ 24 unlawful missile and drone strikes on foreign vessels since the M/V Galaxy Leader was taken over on November 19.

The attacks, which have become more intense in recent weeks, directly threaten the Red Sea’s freedom of navigation, a vital route for international trade. The declaration stressed how the Houthi attacks, which have targeted military and civilian ships, are illegal and disruptive. It highlighted the Houthis’ accountability for risking lives, the world economy, and the unhindered flow of trade in the area and the disastrous consequences if they continued their current course of conduct.

The United States launched Operation Prosperity Guardian in December to respond to the Houthis’ conduct; it is a defensive coalition that aims to protect international shipping and mariners in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden. The Houthi attacks have continued despite the coalition’s accomplishments in stopping anti-ship ballistic missiles. The most recent attack on a CMA CGM containership and a possible attempt to capture a Maersk containership are only two examples of the attacks.

The World Shipping Council acknowledged the 12 countries, the International Chamber of Shipping, and BIMCO for denouncing the attacks and promoting an international order based on guidelines. They emphasised the illegality of the attacks and how they directly affected maritime freedom.
The United States and its allies have given the rebels what can be regarded as a final warning in response to the escalating Houthi attack. The unified statement made it clear that the international community is losing patience with the attacks and that, should they continue, targeted military action may be considered.

A senior Biden administration source underlined that the Houthis shouldn’t be expecting any more warnings and declined to offer specifics regarding the terms of engagement. The official stressed the seriousness of the situation by stating that the attacks have strained the patience of people worldwide.

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