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Houthis only emboldened by Israeli attacks
Middle East

Houthis only emboldened by Israeli attacks

Tel Aviv bombed a vital Yemeni port in retribution for an earlier militant drone strike, but if history holds, it won't matter

Houthi attacks underscore failures of Biden Red Sea strategy
Middle East

Houthi attacks underscore failures of Biden Red Sea strategy

Drone and rocket strikes are officially lethal now, making peace in Yemen even more distant

With — or despite — US influence, Yemen appears poised for real peace
Middle East

With — or despite — US influence, Yemen appears poised for real peace

Washington was a big part of the war's protraction, but it's been largely on the sidelines during so-far successful talks.

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Washington Politics

Rhetoric vs. reality: Biden’s foreign policy in review

At mid-term, the president's actions in these key areas don’t yet match his early, bold talk. But it’s not too late for course corrections.

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Middle East

Breaking: Yemen ceasefire extended after today's expiration

Both sides have up held parts of the bargain but the reprieve in violence is fragile. Washington cannot ignore its own role moving forward.

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Middle East

Congress begins effort to end US role in Yemen war

A bill introduced in the House this week will mark the third time lawmakers have invoked their war powers during the conflict.