# Analysts say Houthi Red Sea threat could trigger major US policy shift

https://mins.news/en/item/20212

- Fox News, 2026-08-12 13:15 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.foxnews.com/world/iran-backed-houthi-threat-red-sea-could-lead-major-us-policy-shift-analysts-say

> Analysts say Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea could encourage the United States to build closer ties with Somaliland. The possibility comes as concerns increase about Djibouti’s reliability. Analysts also point to China’s expanding presence in the area as another factor that could influence a significant change in US policy.

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