Houthi Attacks on Red Sea Shipping Continue Amid U.S. Hesitation to Intervene

U.S.-led naval fleet faces resistance, while some shipping firms return to risky Red Sea route.

• The Houthi rebel group in Yemen has been attacking commercial shipping in the Red Sea, causing major shippers to reroute their vessels and leading to increased insurance rates and environmental damage.
• The Biden administration has been hesitant to intervene decisively, partly due to the role Yemen plays in U.S. foreign policy and fears of escalating the conflict in the region.
• The U.S.'s plan to launch a naval fleet to protect ships in the Red Sea from Houthi attacks has faced resistance, with many prospective members declining to join the operation.
• The Houthis have stated they will continue their attacks until sufficient humanitarian and medical aid arrives in Gaza, earning them popularity even among anti-Houthi Yemenis.
• Despite the ongoing attacks, some global shipping firms are returning to the Red Sea route, while others continue to consider the situation too dangerous.

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