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China Engages with Yemen's Houthis to Facilitate Red Sea Shipping

29 Temmuz 2026Japan Times

China has reportedly engaged with Yemen's Houthi movement to facilitate the passage of ships through the Red Sea. This development follows the Houthis' declaration of a blockade on July 20, which has intensified their confrontations with the U.S.
and its allies amid ongoing tensions related to Iran. The situation poses significant implications for maritime security and international trade in the region.
The Houthis, backed by Iran, have been involved in a protracted conflict in Yemen, which has drawn in various regional and international players. Their recent actions are seen as part of a broader strategy to assert control over vital shipping lanes and counter Western influence in the region.
The Houthis' blockade and their collaboration with China signal a strategic shift that could alter the balance of power in the Red Sea. This move not only challenges U.S.

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