Staff Reports
The Red Sea is under siege, and the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels are leading the charge to disrupt global commerce and challenge the United States. These aren’t just a few random attacks – this is a deliberate and alarming effort by Iran to expand its influence and spread chaos in the region.
Bill Roggio, a seasoned military expert, has sounded the alarm, declaring that the US is fooling itself if it doesn’t acknowledge the looming threat. He points out that, while sinking ships is definitely bad, the real danger is the Houthis and the Iranians dictating maritime transit and flexing their muscles on the open seas. This is no laughing matter, folks – these guys mean business!
Houthis' Red Sea attacks a part of Iranian 'Axis of Resistance' plot to 'defeat US': experts warn – New York Post https://t.co/Iv22LsmNO2
— Alec Chivalry (@ArtVandelay2021) December 28, 2023
The attacks are wreaking havoc on one of the world’s most critical shipping routes, with major companies like Maersk, BP, and MSC Mediterranean pulling out of the region. This isn’t just about targeting ships, it’s about disrupting trade, coercing the US out of the Middle East, and advancing the Iranian Islamic revolution. It’s like a real-life game of Battleship, but with high stakes and no fun.
The Houthi rebels have upped the ante, intensifying their attacks in the wake of the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Roggio is quick to point out that the Houthis are not just firing at vessels bound for Israel – they’re messing with anyone who crosses their path. It’s like they’re playing a game of “pirate” and causing chaos just for the heck of it.
But wait, there’s more! The Houthis are just one piece of Iran’s grand plan to consolidate power in the Middle East. Roggio points out the Iranian-backed militias in Iraq and Syria that are causing trouble for the US, and let’s not forget Hezbollah and Hamas causing mischief as well. It’s like a twisted game of dominoes, with Iran pulling the strings to spread chaos and poke the US where it hurts.
The US has responded by sending in the USS Eisenhower and shooting down Houthi missiles and drones. But Roggio isn’t impressed with this defensive strategy. He argues that the US needs to make Iran sweat and show them who’s boss. Otherwise, he warns, the Iranians will continue wreaking havoc and shutting down international shipping. It’s time to take off the kid gloves and show Iran that the US means business.
So there you have it, folks – Iran’s puppet rebels are running amuck, disrupting global commerce, and thumbing their noses at the US. The Biden administration needs to step up, show some muscle, and make the Iranians think twice about causing chaos. It’s time to turn the tables and put Iran back in its place!
