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	Podcast:		The Daily
	Episode:		What the Houthis Really Want
	Category:		News & Politics
	Duration:		00:29:04
	Publish Date:		2024-01-18 10:45:00
	Description:		Attacks by Houthi militants on shipping in the Red Sea, a crucial global trade route, once seemed like a dangerous sideshow to the war in Gaza. But as the attacks have continued, the sideshow has turned into a full-blown crisis. Vivian Nereim, the Gulf bureau chief for The Times, explains what cause is served by the Houthis’ campaign. Guest: Vivian Nereim, the Gulf bureau chief for The New York Times. Background reading: Undeterred by strikes by American and British forces, the Houthis targeted more ships in the Red Sea. Washington is grappling with how to stop a battle-hardened foe from disrupting shipping lanes critical for global trade. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.
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