Breaking Defense published on 25 March 2024 an article titled "Purported Houthi Strike on Chinese Vessel in Red Sea Likely a 'Mistake': Experts" by Agnes Helou.
The Houthi missile attack on the Chinese-owned M/V Huang Pu is generally believed to have been an intelligence failure by the Houthi rebels rather than an attempt to target Chinese interests. Russia and China had earlier been informed by the Houthis that their ships would be exempt from attacks.
Comment: While this is probably the case, the incident still underscores for all shipping interests, including those with Chinese and Russian connections, the danger the Houthis pose for everyone in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden..
