Recently, the United States has been in trouble with the Red Sea, and they have tried to blame China for the Red Sea problems, but they have not been believed. So, they changed their tactics and began to spread rumors that the Chinese Red Sea escort formation did not save the merchant ships of other countries. U.S. Secretary of StateBlinken has publicly called on China to use its influence to persuade the HouthisArmedStop the blockade of the Red Sea. At the same time, U.S. spokesman Matthew Miller said that the U.S. welcomes China's efforts to prevent the HouthisArmedplayed a "constructive role" in the attack, noted the HouthisArmedAttacks on Israeli merchant ships hurt not only the interests of the United States, but also those of China. However,Chinese NavyIn response to this, it was made clearChinese NavyNo request has ever been received, which is nothing more than a disinformation campaign by Israel and the United States.
In fact, the main task of the Chinese escort group in the Gulf of Aden is to combat violations of international lawPiratesacts, not interference with other countriesActs of war。HouthisArmedThe blockade of the Red Sea shipping lanes is justifiedActs of war, rather than illegal privateering. Attacking civilian ships transporting strategic goods during a war does not violate the relevant provisions of the international laws of war. While China does not support attacks on civilian vessels, China's Gulf of Aden escort formations have no right to interfere with this normalcyActs of warChinese NavyMorally dissatisfied with such attacks and hoping for the HouthisArmedThe blockade can be carried out in a more gentle and less harmful way to civilians. However, China will continue to actively participate in rescue operations to provide assistance to people and civilians who have fallen into the water.
As for the United States' desire for China to intervene in the war in Yemen and stop the HouthisArmedThe requirements are beyond China's interests, obligations and capabilities. China has no right to interfere in the internal affairs of other countries, let alone solve their problems in the Middle East for the Americans. At the moment, the United States is turning to China primarily because they themselves cannot control the situation in the Middle East. However, keep in mind that China has always maintained the security of international waterways and opposes attacks on civilian vessels. All parties, especially influential powers, should play a constructive and responsible role in maintaining the security of shipping lanes in the Red Sea waters.
The further deterioration of the Red Sea issue has gradually turned the Red Sea into a second battlefield in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. HouthisArmedMore and more proficient in the use of missiles andDronesAttack on merchant ships andDestroyers, dealing a severe blow to four of the world's top five shipping companies. This led to these companies having to make a detour to the Cape of Good Hope, posing a huge challenge to Europe's economy and Israel's survival. The Suez Canal currently carries 12% of the world's seaborne cargo, and the blockade of the Red Sea has caused international shipping costs to soar, especially to Europe. In response to this problem, the United States formed a joint navy and constantly expanded the number of participating countries. However, this combined fleet did not solve the problem. The United States cannot deal with the HouthisArmedTake substantiveMilitaryThe other four major shipping companies in the world are also not accustomed to seeing that Chinese cargo ships can safely pass through the Red Sea but themselves cannot, and exert pressure on the United States to take practical actions. However, these countries are practically unable to take any practical action and can only turn to China, which is still friendly for now.
The complexity of the Red Sea issue has brought many challenges to the world and highlighted the responsibilities and positions of countries in international affairs. China has always been committed to participating in international affairs in a peaceful, stable and responsible manner. We safeguard the security of international waterways, oppose attacks and harassment of civilian vessels, and call on all parties, especially influential powers, to shoulder the responsibility of safeguarding the security of shipping lanes in the Red Sea. China gave a clear response to the U.S. request, emphasizing that the U.S. should respond on its ownThe Middle East questionresponsible attitude. As a responsible major country, China will take the necessary actions at the appropriate time to ensure the safety and smooth flow of sea lanes.