Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia, Day of national action in France
Summary
This episode covers escalating violence in the region, including attacks on two Saudi airports amid the Yemen conflict and rising tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea over maritime access. It also reports on mass student protests in France, where tens of thousands are demanding increased investment in education following a wave of arrests and injuries.
Topics discussed
Saudi Arabia: Attacks on Jizan and Naran airports
Ethiopia-Eritrea tensions and sea access
PM Abiy Ahmed: Commitment to peaceful diplomacy
Context: Ethiopia's loss of Red Sea access
France: Student protests and education funding
Deja Vu: Introduction and historical parallels
Podcast mission: Connecting past to present
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