"US Seeks China's Assistance in Curbing Red Sea Attacks by Iran-Backed Houthis"

The United States has asked China to press Iran to control the Houthi rebels' attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea, but has seen little cooperation from Beijing. Despite repeated discussions between U.S. and Chinese officials, there is little evidence that China has exerted pressure on Iran to restrain the Houthis. In response, the U.S. military conducted strikes in Yemen to destroy Houthi anti-ship missiles aimed at the Red Sea. The attacks have disrupted global shipping and raised concerns about potential destabilization in the Middle East.