Challenges facing the United States and the United Kingdom: The threat of a long-term confrontation between the HouthisThe Houthis have recently publicly stated that they are prepared for a long-term confrontation with the United States and the United Kingdom. The announcement sparked global concern as the Houthis not only wreaked havoc inside Yemen, but also posed a threat to international shipping and regional stability. Recently, the United States and the United Kingdom have repeatedly launched strikes against Houthi targets, but this has not brought the Houthis to their knees. On the contrary, they continue to demonstrate the ability to attack merchant ships and confront US ships head-on. Faced with such a situation, the United States is trying to demonstrate its strength through restrictive actions and form a deterrent effect. However, the Houthis are not intimidated by this tactic, and they understand that the United States cannot fight a protracted war. The Houthis were the first to declare their determination to engage in a long-term confrontation, creating an unprecedented dilemma for the United States. They know that the United States does not want to be bogged down in endless fighting, so the Houthis want to weaken the will of the United States through a protracted strategy.
This puts the United States in a dilemma when dealing with the threat of the Houthis. So, how should we view this situation? Why did the Houthis dare to openly declare a long confrontation? Why is the United States in a difficult situation in the face of the Houthis? First of all, the reason why the Houthis dare to fight for a long time is that they are well aware of their strength and geographical advantages. The Houthis control large swathes of territory inside Yemen, and they have advanced missile technology and combat experience. At the same time, the peculiarities of Yemen's geographical location allow the Houthis to use the terrain to conceal their actions and launch surprise attacks on merchant ships and **. Secondly, the reason the United States is in trouble is that they do not want to be bogged down in endless wars. The United States has made several military interventions in the Middle East over the past few decades, but these operations have not been sustained. In the case of Yemen, the United States hopes to demonstrate its strength and resolve through targeted killings and expects to solve the problem through deterrence.
However, the Houthis are not affected by this tactic, and they are well aware that the United States cannot fight a long war. So, how should the United States and Britain respond to the protracted confrontation of the Houthis? First, they need to strengthen cooperation with regional allies. The United States and the United Kingdom should work together with Saudi Arabia and other regional countries to share intelligence and coordinate actions to form a joint force against the Houthis. It is only through international cooperation that greater progress can be made on the Yemen issue. Secondly, they need to strengthen the protection of merchant ships and **. The Houthi raids pose a huge risk to the shipping industry and a threat to regional stability. In order to ensure the safety of shipping, the United States and the United Kingdom should send more ** and aircraft to escort them, and strengthen surveillance and strikes against the Houthis. Finally, they need to engage in dialogue with the Houthis. Although the willingness of the Houthis to engage in dialogue may not be high, only a political solution can resolve the Yemeni issue once and for all.
The United States and the United Kingdom should seek dialogue with the Houthis through diplomatic channels to promote the implementation of a peaceful solution. In conclusion, the statements of the long-standing confrontation of the Houthis pose a challenge for both the United States and the United Kingdom. In the face of the threat posed by the Houthis, they need to strengthen international cooperation, strengthen protection measures, and find a political solution. Only through a comprehensive response can we effectively resolve the Yemen issue and achieve stability and peace in the region. The current predicament of the United States in the Middle East is indeed more complicated. First, the U.S. crackdown on the Houthis, which control much of Yemen and have launched multiple attacks on Saudi Arabia, has not had a noticeable effect. The United States tried to reverse the situation by supporting Saudi Arabia in its military operation, but it was unsuccessful. Second, tensions between the United States and Iran have persisted. Trump withdrew from the JCPOA and imposed severe economic sanctions on Iran.
However, these sanctions did not force Iran to capitulate, and Iran instead retaliated with a series of actions, including attacks on US military bases and oil tankers. In addition, Iran's influence in the Middle East is also expanding, such as supporting ** forces in Syria, Iraq and Lebanon. Moreover, the relationship between the United States and Israel is also facing challenges. The United States has been a staunch supporter of Israel in the past, but in recent years the two countries have been at odds on a number of issues, especially on the confrontation with Iran. Israel feels a growing threat to Iran, and they have repeatedly demanded that the United States take tougher action against Iran. In addition, Saudi Arabia is not satisfied with the US strategy. Saudi Arabia hopes that the United States will intervene more actively in the affairs of the Middle East and protect its own interests. However, Trump's policy shift and change of attitude towards Saudi Arabia have disappointed the Saudis. Finally, Iraq** demanded the withdrawal of US troops from the country, which could not be ignored in terms of US strategic implications in the Middle East.
The U.S. military plays an important counterterrorism role in Iraq, and a withdrawal would have a significant impact on regional stability. In general, the dilemma of the United States in the Middle East is mainly due to the inconsistency of its strategy and the miscalculation of the complex situation in the Middle East. In the current situation, Biden** needs to reassess and adjust his Middle East policy to find more effective solutions.