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 the world's largest public opinion for several days, has quietly shown a tough posture towards 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 United States** may carry out radar strikes against the Houthis in response to Houthi interference with shipping lanes in the Red Sea**. This move not only demonstrates the importance that the United States attaches to security, but also implies many political and geopolitical risks.
12% of the world's ** 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 a detour to the Cape of Good Hope, causing huge additional transportation costs, which has become a shortcoming that cannot be ignored in the world**.
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 U.S. plan to carry out radar strikes against the Houthis has become the focus of global discussion. This move not only affects the hidden worries faced by the Red Sea shipping lanes and the world, but also highlights Biden'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, Biden has not made it clear what decisive action he 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.
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.
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** shipping lanes are particularly vulnerable to tensions between the Houthis and other forces. Its stability and smoothness are essential to the world**, and any turmoil can trigger a chain reaction.
In addition, Biden's ambivalent attitude in handling 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.
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 whole of Yemen**. If the Pentagon rashly sends troops to Yemen, who dares to guarantee that Yemen will not become the "second Afghanistan" of the United States?
Looking back, the United States has not been without action against the Houthis. In 2016, when Biden was Obama's deputy president, 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.
A famous scene was staged in the UN Security Council, and the voting scene was jaw-dropping. Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the United States Permanent Representative to the United Nations, was raising her hand when she was about to express her support when her aide was about to express her support.
This drama directly pokes at the pain points of African Americans, and exposes the problems of political correctness and actual discrimination in the United States. The political manipulation behind this scene is a microcosm of the deep-seated racial problems in American society.
A scene from the UN Security Council reveals political maneuvers
A high-profile incident has once again brought the issue of discrimination against African Americans in American society into the spotlight. At the UN Security Council, the U.S. permanent representative to the U.N. was reportedly obstructed by aides, which is not only a single incident, but also a reflection of a deeper and more pervasive problem.
The "assistant filibuster" incident became a sudden point. As one of the world's great powers, the United States has frequently appeared on important occasions to show its global influence and good image. It is surprising and worrying that such disharmony and disorder have taken place within the delegation at such a critical juncture. The incident exposed obvious problems in the internal management of the delegation and the ambiguity of responsibilities.
However, we should not stop at the individual incidents themselves, but pay more attention to the deeper hidden dangers reflected in them: prejudice and discriminatory attitudes towards people of African descent.
The illusion of American pluralism
Indeed, over the past few decades, legislation such as the Equal Opportunities Act has ensured equal rights for all citizens to education, employment and political participation. Diversity in American politics is just a veneer of glamour, and there has been little real progress in promoting equal opportunities for African-American communities in all areas.
African-Americans often fall victim to power games in the political and military ranks up in the United States. This is reflected not only in high-level positions such as elections and appointments, but also in ordinary jobs and in terms of social status. While we have seen some individuals overcome difficulties and make it to the elite, they are only a lucky few.
A deeper problem is the persistence of deep-seated discriminatory attitudes towards people of African descent in American society. Whether it's the distribution of educational resources, employment opportunities, or the enforcement of laws and justice, people of African descent have always been disadvantaged and have been treated with prejudice that has long been fostered by racist ideas.