Houthis declare Saudi blockade as Iran conflict escalates | DW News
As tensions tied to the Iran conflict continue to ripple across the Middle East, Yemen’s Houthis are threatening a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia in the strategic Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Is this a response to recent tensions with Riyadh, an attempt to strengthen the group’s position at home, or part of a broader escalation involving Iran’s regional allies? Joining us with their analysis are Nadwa Al-Dawsari and Baraa Shiban.
Chapters:
0:00 A new, dangerous phase in the Iran war?
1:13 Houthi rebels threaten Saudi blockade
3:05 Saudi Arabia’s central role as key US ally
5:10 Houthis: Iran’s puppet or independent?
7:40 US airstrikes on Yemen
10:03 How will Saudi Arabia react?
11:25 What would a Houthi blockade look like?
13:20 Final question: A war on multiple fronts?
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