Is the war in Yemen about to end? | Start Here

The improving relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran seems to have boosted the chance for a peace deal in Yemen. #AJStartHere with Sandra Gathmann explains what’s going on.

00:33 - Why the relationship between Saudi Arabia and Iran is improving.
00:59 - How the Saudi-Iran rivalry has played out in Yemen.
01:35 - Saudi officials meet the Houthis in Sanaa - and why that matters.
02:11 - The potential deal between the Saudis and the Houthis.
03:24 - A prisoner exchange–another hopeful sign.
03:46 - Why Saudi Arabia seems ready to cut its losses in Yemen.
04:41 - The war in Yemen is complicated… so, will a Saudi-Houthi deal be enough?
05:33 - Why some Yemenis are worried about having the Houthis in charge.

This episode features:
Abubakr Al-Shamahi, Middle East Editor for Al Jazeera Online

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