The recent joint military strikes by the United States and the United Kingdom on Houthi targets in Yemen, including the capital Sanaa, have raised concerns about the potential for escalating conflict in the Red Sea region. The strikes targeted underground storage sites and locations related to the group’s missile and air surveillance capabilities. This escalation comes as the Houthis continue to attack international shipping in the Red Sea and vow retaliation, while Western nations seek to protect one of the world’s key shipping lanes and counter Iran’s influence in the region. The European Union is also considering a defensive military operation in the Red Sea to secure merchant shipping.
- The US and UK conducted joint strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, including the capital Sanaa.
- Strikes aimed at Houthi underground storage sites and missile and air surveillance capabilities.
- Houthis have attacked international shipping in the Red Sea and vowed retaliation.
- The strikes received support from Australia, Canada, and the Netherlands.
- US President Biden acknowledges strikes have not deterred Houthis but commits to continue targeting.
- The EU has reached a preliminary agreement to launch a defensive military operation in the Red Sea next month.
- European warships and warning systems would be deployed to repel Houthi attacks.
- EU operation would involve countries like Belgium and Germany, but not all EU members will participate.
- EU diplomats aim to avoid escalation but are prepared to defend ships against potential Houthi attacks.
- The EU’s response is intended to be cautious and distinct from US military actions in the region.
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