Economist Podcasts Raid in Aden: Yemen’s fragmented conflict
Aug 12, 2019
Roger McShane, Middle East editor for The Economist, delves into Yemen's turbulent conflict, highlighting the recent armed rebellion in Aden and the fragile alliances involved. He explores the impact of the Emirati withdrawal on Saudi strategies and the rise of the Southern Transitional Council. The conversation shifts to the challenges in cloud gaming, addressing its potential and demographic changes. They also discuss evolving narratives around female desire, contrasting modern insights with past perceptions, emphasizing women's sexual agency in today’s world.
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Fragmented Conflict
- Yemen's civil war involves a Saudi-backed coalition against Houthi rebels.
- A recent separatist uprising in Aden reveals fragmentation within the coalition.
Southern Secessionism
- The Southern Transitional Council (STC), nominally allied with the Yemeni government, seeks secession.
- The UAE's withdrawal created a power vacuum, emboldening the STC to seize Aden.
Streaming's Impact
- Streaming transformed music and film by making media constantly accessible.
- It also proved that the internet isn't an automatic death sentence for these industries.
