U.S. Airstrikes Fail to Deter Houthi Attacks on Red Sea Shipping

The U.S. has admitted that its airstrikes against Houthi militants in Yemen will not deter the group from attacking commercial shipping in the Red Sea. President Joe Biden revealed that the airstrikes are not stopping the Houthis and that they will likely continue. Despite criticism and doubts about the effectiveness of the air campaign, the Biden administration sees it as the least bad option available to them.

The Houthi attacks have disrupted global maritime trade, and the U.S. and U.K. response has led to decreased shipments through the waterway. Shippers are now resorting to longer routes around the southern tip of Africa, and insurance costs have skyrocketed. The U.S. and its allies are trying to pressure Iran diplomatically but have resorted to military action against the Houthis. However, it remains uncertain whether these actions will effectively deter the attacks.

The Biden administration is in a difficult position, as it faces pressure to stop the Houthi attacks and avoid dragging more participants into the conflict. With no better options available, the U.S. continues its military campaign against the Houthis, despite doubts about its effectiveness.

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