The Red Sea is where threats to civilian shipping occasionally rear their ugly heads. It is also where positive Mideast changes can be made — especially, as in 1967, when such threats are adequately answered. A new threat, from Iranian-backed Yemeni terrorists, is now growing. If history is any guide, President Biden’s response is insufficient. Unlike 56 years ago, high seas are rougher around the world and positive developments are nowhere to be seen.  

This week the Tehran-backed Houthis launched missiles at three commercial ships in the Red Sea. Additionally, United States Ship Carney intercepted Houthi attack drones. The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer is part of an American naval force sent to the Mideast to deter the widening of war beyond Gaza. The Houthis, however, seem undeterred, determined to hit what they believe to be Israeli targets. Other Iranian proxies are eager for battle.