Russia and China criticise Red Sea interventions as EU launches defensive fleet
Political divisions over naval rules of engagement against Houthis emerge as EU prepares to launch its own defensive mission, Operation Aspides, next week
Showdown at UN Security Council meeting sees Russia and China attack Western naval intervention in the Red Sea, arguing that air strikes against Houthis are not sanctioned by the UN and the use of force is exacerbating security risks for shipping in the region