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Dig: Thawra Ep. 12 - Origins of Saudi Reaction

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The Rise and Fall of the Nationalist Coup in North Yemen (1962)

The chapter explores the nationalist coup in North Yemen in 1962, which resulted in the overthrow of the traditional Imam rule, delving into the failed military intervention in 1955 and the subsequent decline of the ruler. It discusses the political dynamics, economic factors, and regional influences that contributed to the instability in the region, including the role of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United States.

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