TrueAnon Episode 349: State Of Play (trailer)
Jan 29, 2024
John Dolan, author of Erdogan Pizza, discusses the state of conflict around the world in 2024. Topics include the possibility of World War III, the ongoing war in Ukraine, the US's intentions towards Iran, and the actions of Israel. The podcast also delves into the US Navy's role in the Yemen blockade and its impact on children.
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US Navy Blockade Killed Yemeni Children
- The US Navy cooperated in the blockade of northern Yemen by Haudada port causing child malnutrition deaths.
- Sieges like in Yemen kill children quickly by cutting off supplies, a tactic dating back to Biafra war.
No Strong Yemen-Iran Link
- There is no strong historical tie between northern Yemen's Houthis and Iran unlike Hezbollah in Lebanon.
- The usual assumption of Iranian backing for Houthis might be overstated in the conflict.
Costly US Strikes vs Cheap Drones
- The Houthis successfully disrupt costly US-led strikes by using cheap drone and rocket technology.
- US missiles counter low-cost drones ineffectively, showing a costly asymmetry in this conflict.