The scenes on the world stage, like stormy waves, have brought us into a severe war game! On Yemen's Red Sea, the news that a Houthi missile strike sank the British freighter Ruby shocked the world.
From the statement of Houthi spokesman Yahya Sarea to the brief statement of the US command to the shipwreck that was circulating on the Internet, every detail is heart-wrenching. And the sinking of the cargo ship "Ruby" made us deeply feel the cruelty and ruthlessness of war.
While there had been a series of clashes between the US-British coalition and the Houthis, this was the first time that a large cargo ship had been sunk, marking a further escalation of the Red Sea crisis. The U.S. has previously said it has consumed a lot of missiles to intercept Houthi missiles and drones, but still can't provide adequate security for merchant ships, an incident that once again highlights tensions in the Red Sea region.
It is worth noting that some non-American and British shipowners have chosen to use Chinese crews as shields, because China's influence in the region and its fair attitude towards international affairs have led the Houthis to take a more lenient approach to these vessels. This choice not only reflects the interests of shipowners, but also shows China's important position in the international arena.
Faced with this situation, we can't help but wonder, what is the cost of war? The sinking of a merchant ship is not only a loss of goods and ships, but also a threat to the safety of shipping and the stability of the world. The Houthi missile attacks have also made more national shipowners feel the threat to their lives and property, and the security of the Red Sea shipping lanes has become a serious challenge to the world.
Against this backdrop, we call on all countries to strengthen cooperation and jointly maintain peace and stability in the Red Sea region. Only through the joint efforts of the international community can we defuse the crisis and achieve long-term peace and stability in the region. Let us all hope that the flames of war will be extinguished as soon as possible, and the sunshine of peace will once again shine on this turbulent sea!