Red Sea Attacks Spur Claims of Beijing’s Diversion Strategy

A ship transits the Suez Canal toward the Red Sea in Ismailia, Egypt on Jan.10, 2024. In the wake of Israel's war on Gaza after the Oct. 7 Hamas terror attack on Israel, Houthi rebels in Yemen pledged disruption on all ships destined for Israel through the Red Sea's Suez Canal. Sayed Hassan/Getty Images

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In a recent uptick in global tensions, Houthi armed forces have launched attacks on passing ships in the Red Sea, causing disruptions to global supply chains. Experts suggest that this may be another strategic move by Iran, following their alleged instigation of the Hamas attacks on Israel.