Macron deploys military assets to Saudi oil terminal

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced the deployment of military assets to protect the oil terminal in Yanbou, Saudi Arabia, which has been targeted by attacks from the Houthis, a Yemeni group believed to be supported by Iran. This move comes amid rising tensions in the region and concerns over the security of critical energy infrastructure.

Houthi attacks disrupt key maritime route

The Houthi attacks have extended beyond Yemen’s borders, targeting maritime routes in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. This strategic waterway connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and is crucial for global trade, with a significant portion of the world’s oil and gas supplies passing through it each day.

Yemen conflict expands into entangled wars

The conflict in Yemen has grown increasingly complex, with multiple actors involved and overlapping regional and international interests. Experts describe the situation as a series of "entangled wars," where the lines between local, regional, and global conflicts blur, making resolution more difficult.

Documentary filmmakers capture the region’s turmoil

Sylvain Lepetit and Miyuki Droz Aramaki, directors who have spent a decade traveling throughout Yemen, have documented the ongoing conflicts in the region. Their work highlights the human cost and the intricate web of alliances and hostilities shaping the modern Middle East.