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This Is Not A Drill with Gavin Esler
Iran, the Houthis and war in the Red Sea explained – Special edition with The Bunker
Jan 12, 2024
Explore the escalating conflict in the Middle East, including attacks on Israel. Discuss the ongoing conflict in Yemen and recent Houthi attacks on shipping. Learn about Iran's support for the Houthis and limited involvement of anti-Israeli states. Discover the relationship between Iran and Saudi Arabia in relation to the conflict in Yemen. Host also covers news topics and upcoming discussions.
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- Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea have prompted major shipping firms to divert vessels away from Red Sea routes, posing potential logistical challenges and increased costs for international trade.
- The conflict in Yemen, involving the Houthi rebels, the Yemen government, and external actors like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, is primarily a result of internal power struggles and external influences, with Iran supporting the Houthis, and it has far-reaching effects including reputational impacts and potential tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia.
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The Houthis' Attacks on Shipping and Israel
The podcast explores the recent Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea and their targetings of Israel. These attacks have prompted major shipping firms to divert vessels away from Red Sea routes. The United States, Britain, and other countries have issued an ultimatum to the Houthis, denouncing the attacks and calling for collective action. The conflict in Yemen, where the Houthis are based, is also a key factor in understanding these attacks.
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