Breaking: Biden Officially Drags America Into WWIII?

In response to ongoing Houthi attacks on vessels in the Red Sea, the United States and Britain, with support from Australia, the Netherlands, Bahrain, and Canada, conducted a series of air strikes on more than a dozen Houthi targets. President Biden authorized the strikes, citing the Houthi attacks as a threat to international maritime vessels and freedom of navigation. The joint statement from multiple countries emphasized the intention to disrupt and degrade Houthi capabilities affecting global trade.

The strikes were a direct response to Houthi actions, including the use of anti-ship ballistic missiles. The decision was made after a series of attacks on ships and the recent seizure of an oil tanker by Iranian forces in the Gulf of Oman. The Houthi leader warned of a significant response to any U.S. attack.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak briefed his cabinet on the military intervention, and various political figures in Britain were also informed. White House spokesperson John Kirby called on the Houthis to cease their attacks, warning of consequences.

The context includes Houthi attacks on commercial vessels in protest against Israel’s actions in Gaza, leading to the suspension of shipping operations in the Red Sea. The U.S. military highlighted the frequency of Houthi attacks on shipping, including the firing of anti-ship ballistic missiles.

The situation raises questions about the administration’s broader approach, with calls for a fundamental change in the calculus for Iran and its proxies. The Houthi threats and attacks have escalated, prompting a coordinated response from multiple nations.