US actions blamed for Red Sea crisis

Washington-led coalition may fuel further regional conflict, analysts say

The Red Sea crisis is an extension of the Palestine-Israel conflict, exacerbated by the United States' continuous support to Israel and its double standards in dealing with the Palestinian question, experts said, warning that a US-led Red Sea coalition may further fuel regional conflicts.

In recent weeks, Yemen's Houthi militia have intensified their attacks on "Israel-linked" ships passing the Red Sea, demanding an end to Israel's military actions in the Gaza Strip, and the delivery of food and medicines to the enclave.

This has led to major shipping and oil firms halting operations along this important trade route. The US has responded by initiating the so-called "Operation Prosperity Guardian" to safeguard commercial ships passing the Red Sea.