Why did Houthis join war? | In Focus podcast
This podcast episode explores the motivations behind the Houthi movement's involvement in the current regional conflict. It covers their ties to Iran, the impact on Red Sea shipping, and the broader implications for global trade and security.
Why it matters
Understanding the Houthi group's strategic objectives is crucial for analyzing the ongoing instability in the Middle East and its effects on global supply chains.
Why did the Houthis enter the conflict now? This video explains the group’s motivations, its ties with Iran, why it resumed attacks on Saudi Arabia and Red Sea shipping, and how the escalation could reshape the Yemen war and regional security. We also examine the impact on global trade, oil markets, and the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
Guest: Stanly Johny, International Affairs Editor, The Hindu
Edited and produced by Sharmada Venkatasubramanian
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