Recent global tensions have increased as Houthi armed forces have launched attacks on ships in the Red Sea, disrupting global supply chains. Experts believe that this is another strategic move by Iran, following their involvement in the Hamas attacks on Israel. It is also suggested that China seeks to divert U.S. attention from the Pacific by backing conflicts in the Middle East. The origin of the missiles used in the Red Sea attacks points to China.
On Thursday, the BBC reported a fifth round of U.S. strikes targeting Iran-backed Houthi armed forces in Yemen. The operation was aimed at limiting the Houthis’ ability to launch further attacks. The attacks came after the Houthis’ repeated attacks on ships in the Red Sea since November, disrupting trade and energy transport routes globally. The U.S. and its allies hit over 60 targets of Houthi-controlled locations.
Carl Schuster, a former director at the Hawaii Joint Intelligence Center, believes that the attack is significant but may not prevent future attacks entirely. He suggested that China is using military tactics to divert U.S. attention from Asia.
In 2023, Hamas launched an attack on Israel resulting in a significant loss of lives. Insider claims stated that the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps officers collaborated with Hamas. Concerns were raised regarding China’s involvement in the conflict, as the origin of the missiles used in the Red Sea attacks traced back to China. Reports have also suggested arms support from China to rebel forces in Syria.
Experts suspect that the CCP is strategically exploiting the situation in the Middle East to weaken the U.S. and have suggested that many ships crossing the Red Sea display the Chinese flag to avoid attacks from the Houthis. Additionally, there were indications that Chinese technology was used by Iran, Hezbollah, Hamas, and the rebel forces in Yemen.