Epstein files used in Houthi messaging war
The gist
Yemen's Houthis are citing Jeffrey Epstein's files in speeches to attack Saudi Arabia's leadership.
The messaging push comes as Yemen's civil war reignites.
How it unfolded
- 2015The Saudi-led military intervention in Yemen began, contributing to a devastating humanitarian crisis.
- 2019Jeffrey Epstein died in a New York jail while facing sex-trafficking charges involving underage girls.
- 2023The Houthis gained international attention after attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea in support of Hamas during the Gaza war.