In this episode, we speak with Ms. Elana DeLozier on the incentives and roles of various actors involved in the Yemeni Conflict. The conversation follows on from her publication of the Yemen Matrix (https://yemen-matrix.washingtoninstitute.org/) which plots the bilateral ties between 12 key actors in the current geopolitical state of Yemen. We cover not only the Houthi movement, Hadi's regime, and Saudi Arabia but also talk about the political parties of GPC and Islah as well as the importance of historically prominent figures such as Saleh in the current conflict. Elana provides a thorough and concise tour of the complexity of the Yemeni conflict and helps understand what the bottlenecks to peace talks among the various parties involved are Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices