"Global Divide: The Impact of Houthi Attacks on International Relations"

EU and NATO countries are divided over their responses to conflicts involving Iran-backed non-state actors in the Middle East, such as the Yemen-based Houthis and Shiite resistance groups in Syria and Iraq. The EU's failure to speak with one voice on these issues has led to differing perspectives on Israel's campaign in Gaza, with some countries prioritizing Israel's right to self-defense while others see the conflict as a cause of regional instability. These divisions have also impacted responses to U.S. strikes against Iran's allies and the EU's decision-making regarding involvement in the conflicts.