Yemen

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The Houthis’ Achilles Heel

In the short term, increasing economic pressure on the Houthis is likely to prompt them to reignite attacks on Saudi Arabia, while in the long term it could make reuniting Yemen into a single state all but impossible.

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U.N.-Brokered Economic Deal in Yemen Eases Pressure on the Houthis

A U.N. agreement lifting Central Bank of Yemen economic restrictions may inadvertently embolden the Houthis and bolster their capacity to project military power.

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The Houthis Escalate and Expand the War

How should the United States respond to an escalation in Houthi attacks when its current approach isn’t working?

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How Do You Solve a Problem Like the Houthis?

Tackling Yemen’s root problems won’t be easy, quick, or cheap, which is why no one has really tried.

The Houthi Challenge to Maritime Security

On March 12, AGSIW hosted a discussion on the Houthi challenge to maritime security in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.

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No Good Options: The U.S. Dilemma in Yemen

While not yet successful, the Biden administration’s “deter and degrade” approach may prove to be an adaptable approach that can be modified into a winning strategy.

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What Comes After the Missiles in Yemen?

The United States appears overly confident that military strikes will put the Houthi threat back in the box.

For the OPEC+ Oil Producers, a Year of Caution Paid Off

As 2024 comes to a close, oil markets remain under a cloud of uncertainty shaped by geopolitical risks, weaker-than-expected Chinese demand, and an evolving energy transition landscape.

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