Joint International Response to Houthi Attacks: Upholding Maritime Security in the Red Sea

In a historic joint international response statement on recent Houthi attacks, the governments of the United States, Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United Kingdom expressed deep concern over the escalating Houthi attacks in the Red Sea. This united front, representing 44 nations, reinforces the international consensus reached on December 19, 2023. The UN Security Council also condemned the Houthi attacks on December 1, 2023, signaling the gravity of the situation or the Red Sea crisis.

Illegality and Destabilization of Houthi Attacks

The ongoing Houthi attacks in the Red Sea are unequivocally declared illegal, unacceptable, and profoundly destabilizing. The intentional targeting of civilian shipping and naval vessels is deemed without lawful justification. The use of unmanned aerial vehicles, small boats, and missiles, including anti-ship ballistic missiles, poses a direct threat to the freedom of navigation, a cornerstone of global trade in one of the world’s most critical waterways.

Global Implications of Attacks on Commercial Vessels

The gravity of these attacks extends far beyond regional concerns, impacting innocent lives worldwide and constituting a significant international problem requiring collective action. Nearly 15% of global seaborne trade traverses the Red Sea, encompassing 8% of global grain trade, 12% of seaborne-traded oil, and 8% of the world’s liquefied natural gas trade.

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Economic Ramifications

International shipping companies, in response to the heightened risks, are forced to reroute vessels around the Cape of Good Hope. This strategic shift incurs substantial costs and weeks of delay in delivering goods. Ultimately, it jeopardizes the movement of critical food, fuel, and humanitarian assistance globally, as well as compromising the efficiency of the international supply chain.

Urgent Call for Ceasefire

The joint statement issues an immediate call for the end of these illegal attacks and the release of unlawfully detained vessels and crews. The responsibility for the consequences of further threats to lives, the global economy, and the free flow of commerce in the region’s critical waterways lies squarely with the Houthis.

Commitment to International Rules-Based Order

The governments involved reiterate their commitment to the international rules-based order and express unwavering determination to hold malign actors accountable for unlawful seizures and attacks. This commitment underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in maintaining maritime security and upholding the principles of global trade.

In summary, this joint international response serves as a resolute stance against Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, emphasizing the need for immediate cessation and the release of unlawfully detained vessels. The collaboration between these nations underscores the gravity of the situation and the collective commitment to preserving the integrity of international maritime trade.

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