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World on Fire, Part 1: The Houthis, Israel's Impossible War, and Worsening Middle East Chaos

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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Yemen's Houthi Crisis and Global Shipping Threats

This chapter explores the geopolitical intricacies of Yemen's civil war, focusing on the Houthi movement's influence and their recent attacks impacting trade routes through the Red Sea. It also draws parallels with historical conflicts and emphasizes the strategic implications of non-state actors armed with advanced technology on global trade and shipping costs.

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