News - Yemen: The Jewish Policy Center has released a scathing analysis of the strategic and geopolitical ramifications of the Armed Forces actions in Yemen, highlighting their significant disruption of U.S. naval operations and the broader implications for global power dynamics.

According to the report, “Houthi” forces have successfully crippled the operational capacity of what is regarded as the greatest naval power in history. Armed with modest capabilities, the Houthis have not only disrupted shipping routes in the Red Sea but also challenged the image of American military supremacy. 

The center called this a “humiliation” for the U.S., one that is growing with each passing day.

The Red Sea’s closure due to the conflict in Yemen has inflicted severe material losses on Western economies. However, the Jewish Policy Center argues that the strategic and geopolitical consequences are even more critical. 

“The inability to decisively counter the “Houthis” has created a narrative of America’s declining resolve and capacity to lead on the global stage.

The report emphasizes the regional impact of Yemen’s actions, suggesting a significant dent in the United States' image as a superpower. It noted that Washington’s failure to counter the Yemeni Armed Forces effectively has encouraged regional actors to question its strength and reliability. 

The center warned that this could shift coordination in the Middle East, with allies reconsidering their ties to the West, “as the United States becomes ever more perceived not as a strong horse but as a lame donkey”. 

“The Houthis have not just targeted shipping routes; they have undermined the strategic stature of the United States,” the report states. 

The Jewish Policy Center argues that this failure could redefine how countries in the region and beyond approach alliances with the U.S., potentially diminishing its influence for years to come.

As the conflict in Yemen continues to unfold, its implications are being felt far beyond the Middle East, raising questions about the future of American leadership in a rapidly changing global landscape.