The Red Sea warmly welcomed the Chinese merchant ships, and the Houthis made overtures to China, while the United States and Israel could only stare drylyIn stark contrast to the chaos that resulted in the so-called "escort coalition" set up by the US military, China has succeeded in obtaining security guarantees from the Houthis despite its resolute refusal to intervene in the internal affairs of other countries.
Such a contrast is clear at a glance. The United States relies on military hegemony and tries to act recklessly in the Middle East, but will it be able to draw on the wisdom of China's diplomacy?
The United States, which openly supports Israel's ethnic cleansing, will inevitably pay a price for its actions. It is understood that on December 19 local time, one of the members of the Supreme Security Political Council of Yemen.
1. Houthi leader Ali Houthi expressed his views on the current situation.
Ali Houthi said that although the United States has established a "Red Sea escort group" with the participation of France, the United Kingdom, Italy and other countries, this will not deter the Yemeni people who seek freedom and justice. For their part, the Houthis are undisputed in their staunch support for Hamas's ** movement.
Although this could lead to a blockade and suppression by the United States and the West, the Houthis will attack if the United States insists on allowing cargo ships carrying supplies and ammunition to cross the Red Sea.
Ali Houthi quickly clarified concerns about possible accidental injuries, clarifying their views and positions to China and Arab countries. He hoped that these countries would not be confused with the United States, while stressing that the Houthis would ensure that Chinese and Afghan merchant ships would be safe and secure when crossing the Red Sea.
He made it clear that only the ships of Western countries such as the United States and Israel will take a tough stance, while the ships of China and Arab countries will be "cleared".
This shows that the Houthis will not compromise when faced with major issues of principle, and fully understand the truth that "a gentleman does something and does nothing". In this way, the pressure will be completely shifted to the United States and Israel.
Some people claim that the United States wants to set up a "Red Sea escort group" to deal with the blockade imposed by the Houthis in the Red Sea. In fact, this concern may be too intense.
At present, the United States is embroiled in the Russia-Ukraine war and the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, and it seems quite difficult to wage a war of attrition with uncertain results in the direction of the Red Sea, unless the United States is prepared to go all out and fight a war with no results in sight.
According to U.S. "politicians"**, some U.S. Department of Defense** privately expressed dissatisfaction with the high cost of the war, pointing out that the Houthis only cost $2,000 to launch a drone, and in order to intercept such an attack, the U.S. military would need to use "Standard 2" block missiles, which cost a staggering $2.1 million per unit.
However, this was just an ordinary tactical confrontation. If the Houthis adopt "swarm tactics" and carry out concentrated attacks against US military bases and ** in the Middle East, it could lead to the depletion of US missile stockpiles.
At that point, support for Israel may become a luxury, and even self-defense in general will be in jeopardy. The plight of the United States in the Middle East is obvious.
For the Houthis, in addition to being proficient in military strategy and preparing for all aspects of armaments, it is also necessary to look at the current situation from an international perspective. If they can win the understanding of peaceful countries such as China and get more support and assistance, perhaps their chances will be greater.
China clearly stands on the side of peace and justice and will continue to make efforts to mediate the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. China said that China's position in the Middle East is fair and neutral, and we will never engage in small groups or private transactions in the region for our own selfish interests.
We have always firmly supported the peoples of the Middle East countries in determining their own destiny and highly respected the will and sovereignty of other countries, as well as their territorial integrity.
It is worth emphasizing that we are resolutely opposed to any form of authoritarianism. We hope that a wise country like the United States will understand and respect China's position and views.
Now that China has made it clear that it is neutral on the Red Sea situation, the Houthis naturally have more freedom of movement. Whether they choose to stop Western ships passing through the Red Sea, or show force against US ships, it all depends on their decisions. Whether or not the United States takes action here will be its own choice and consideration.
The United States disagrees with the view that China remains neutral and refrains from interfering in other countries, but in international affairs, the United States has repeatedly misbehaved.
It has been mired in tensions with Russia and Ukraine from time to time, confronting Russia;At times, he is in opposition to a number of Arab countries and has a firm stance in support of Israel. Although the United States is a powerful country, these frequent diplomatic disputes will undoubtedly take a toll on its strength.
More crucially, however, the United States seems to harbor an ambition and a desire to dominate the globe. It seems to believe that any country that does not obey its will or cannot be manipulated by it should be considered hostile and may even be the target of its attack.
This has embroiled the United States in many complex international disputes, and has also led to the gradual weakening of its national power. If China is expected to solve the problem after the fact, it may be too late.
In addition, even if the blockade of the Red Sea affects the passage of Chinese merchant ships, China has made corresponding countermeasures and preparations to ensure that the interests of the country and its people are not harmed.
China has a number of feasible options, such as increasing the capacity of the China-Europe freight train, choosing to make a detour through the Cape of Good Hope in Africa, or using the "Northern Sea Route".
In contrast, the United States and Israel have relatively few options. Since Israel is in a state of war, various supplies are urgently needed. As soon as food and ammunition** are hampered, there is a fear that the situation could be reversed in an instant.
Why is it so difficult for the United States to win against a tiny Houthi rebel group?This is the greatest hypocrisy in the world.
Of course, it is also possible that the United States will resort to all-out war and inflict a devastating blow on the Houthis. The problem is that the United States, fearing being drawn into a war of attrition, has allowed countries such as China and Russia to take the initiative.
If you choose a path, you must stick to it to the end. The United States should not complain about the Houthis' tolerant attitude towards China and Arab merchant ships, stemming from its own greed and lack of morality.
Now, the Houthis and their ally Iran are forcing Biden to make the final choice. Either immediately abandon support for Israel, or get bogged down in a life-and-death struggle with your opponents.