Part 3/13:
Despite repeated military actions, Houthi militants continue to threaten commercial shipping, leading the Biden administration to contemplate a sustained, long-term campaign. Reports from the Washington Post reveal plans for an extensive military effort to degrade the Houthi's missile capabilities, with senior officials emphasizing the need to weaken their ability to disrupt regional trade. However, critics argue that such measures only treat symptoms instead of addressing Iran’s overarching support for these factions, which remains the root cause of instability. The broader strategic goal appears to be deterring future attacks by establishing credible, long-lasting deterrence rather than engaging in perpetual firefights that don’t resolve the conflict's underlying issues.