State Dept. Defends Decision To Delist Yemen's Houthis

State Dept. Defends Decision To Delist Yemen's Houthis

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The video discusses the US decision to delist Yemen's Huthi rebels as a terrorist group, initially designated by the Trump administration. This move aims to alleviate humanitarian issues in Yemen, the site of a severe humanitarian crisis, while maintaining support for Saudi Arabia. The video also covers President Biden's directive to cease US support for Saudi-led military operations in Yemen, highlighting the conflict's toll since 2014.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the U.S. to consider delisting the Huthi rebels as a terrorist group?

To increase sanctions on Yemen

To reduce humanitarian suffering in Yemen

To strengthen military ties with Saudi Arabia

To support the Huthi rebels

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the U.S. plan to address the humanitarian crisis in Yemen while maintaining its strategic interests?

By balancing humanitarian aid with support for Saudi Arabia

By imposing more sanctions on Yemen

By withdrawing all support from the region

By increasing military support to the Huthi rebels

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current humanitarian situation in Yemen described as?

A minor crisis

The world's worst humanitarian catastrophe

An improving situation

A stable environment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What recent decision did President Biden make regarding U.S. involvement in Yemen?

To increase military operations in Yemen

To provide more weapons to Saudi Arabia

To end support for Saudi-led offensive operations

To impose new sanctions on the Huthi rebels

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When did the Yemen war begin, and how many people have been killed as a result?

2016, with 150,000 casualties

2010, with 50,000 casualties

2014, with 130,000 casualties

2012, with 100,000 casualties