Egypt weighs entering war against the Houthis as strikes threaten global shipping
Summary
This episode examines the escalating conflict between the U.S. and Iran, focusing on the Houthis' intensified attacks in Yemen and their strategic role as Iran's remaining proxy. Guests Lina Khatib and Khan Coughlin analyze the regime's resilience, its new defense minister, and the potential for further regional destabilization. The discussion also covers upcoming Israeli elections, Trump's endorsement of Netanyahu, and recent violent settler attacks on journalists and diplomats.
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Episode overview: Houthi attacks and new defense minister
Houthi strike on Yemeni military camp and regional context
Lina Khatib on Iran's strategy and Yemen civil war
Egypt's potential military support for Saudi Arabia
Houthis as Iran's last tool in the war
Saudi allies and international response to Houthi threat
Iran's new defense minister and regime resilience
Iran's missile replenishment and future US strikes
Hezbollah's weakened state in Lebanon
Lebanese government and Hezbollah's future
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Khan Coughlin on Iran's resilience and US midterms
Iranian hardliners vs moderates and economic collapse
Recent maritime attacks and security alerts
Israeli elections and Netanyahu's political standing
Iranian threats against Israel and US
Attacks on journalists and diplomats in West Bank
Press freedom and settler violence in the region
Sanctions on settlements and emergency flight landing
Outro and credits
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