In a photograph disclosed by the Houthi Media Center, Houthis are seen accompanying the cargo ship Galaxy Leader on Sunday, November 19, 2023. The ship was seized by Yemen's Houthis in the Red Sea, near the coast of Yemen, following their earlier threat to capture all vessels belonging to Israeli companies.


December 19, 2023

In a significant development, U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin declared the initiation of a collaborative effort to safeguard maritime trade in the Red Sea. This decision comes in response to a series of missile and drone attacks orchestrated by Yemen's Houthis, who are aligned with Iran.

While currently on an official visit to Bahrain, a nation hosting the U.S. Navy's Middle East headquarters, Austin disclosed that several countries, including the United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles, and Spain, are joining forces for this mission. The collaborative effort aims to address the security concerns arising from the recent attacks.

Speaking from Bahrain, Austin emphasized the international nature of the challenge and the need for collective action. In an early Tuesday statement, he officially introduced "Operation Prosperity Guardian" as a crucial multinational security initiative. As part of this operation, the participating nations will engage in joint patrols in the southern Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.

The establishment of Operation Prosperity Guardian is a proactive response to the escalating security threats posed by the Houthi attacks in the region. By bringing together a diverse coalition of nations, the initiative seeks to address the challenges through unified efforts, emphasizing the importance of collective action in the face of this international security concern.

As tensions continue to rise due to the geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East, the multinational collaboration is envisioned as a strategic move to ensure the safety and stability of maritime commerce in the Red Sea. Austin's announcement underscores the recognition that safeguarding these vital waterways requires a coordinated and cooperative approach among nations.

In summary, Operation Prosperity Guardian marks a crucial step in addressing the security implications arising from recent missile and drone attacks in the Red Sea. The collaborative efforts of nations such as the United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles, and Spain underscore the shared commitment to mitigating the challenges posed by these attacks through collective action. This multinational security initiative is a testament to the recognition of the need for joint patrols and collaborative measures to ensure the safety of maritime trade routes in the region.

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