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Houthi activists burn US and Israeli flags during a demonstration in solidarity with Iran and Lebanon, in Sanaa, Yemen. Yemen’s Iran‑aligned Houthi movement has declared it is prepared to join the escalating conflict involving Iran, a move that could further destabilize global shipping routes and intensify economic pressures. A senior Houthi figure told Reuters the group is “fully militarily ready with all options,” noting that any decision to act would depend on developments in the wider regional war.  The Houthis, who previously disrupted Red Sea traffic during the Gaza conflict, may once again target the Bab al‑Mandab Strait—one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints. The narrow passage connects the Red Sea to the Suez Canal, and renewed attacks could deepen the global oil and trade crisis already triggered by the Middle East conflict. Analysts suggest the group may be waiting for a strategic moment to open a new front in coordination with Iran, especially as the ...

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China’s Stance on NATO’s Accusations

In a recent statement, China has firmly opposed NATO’s characterization of the nation as a “decisive enabler” of Russia’s ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson denounced NATO’s claims as unfounded and cautioned the alliance against instigating turmoil in Asia, similar to the chaos in Europe. China maintains that its trade relations with Russia are legitimate, conforming to World Trade Organization rules, and insists that its stance on the Ukraine issue is impartial and objective.

  • Rejection of NATO’s Claims: China rejects the notion of being an enabler of the war in Ukraine, emphasizing the legitimacy of its trade with Russia.
  • Warning Against Chaos: The spokesperson warned NATO not to transfer the chaos it created in Europe to the Asian region.
  • Call for Non-Interference: China urges NATO to refrain from meddling in its internal affairs and to stop smearing its image.
  • Defense of Trade Practices: The country defends its trade practices with Russia as reasonable and based on international rules.

China’s response comes as a rebuttal to NATO’s recent communique, which urged China to cease all material and political support to Russia’s war efforts. The exchange highlights the growing tensions between China and NATO amidst the backdrop of the Ukraine conflict.



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