@CanisPundit, just FYI:
Yemen: Attacks on Israeli-linked ships are being tackled by other regional operators (the US & UK especially). The Houthis' online boast is bigger than their bite, though, and CENTCOM reported destroying aerial devices during last weekend's attack before they'd even launched.
Iraq: We're still waiting on confirmation of a hit yesterday in Baghdad involving IRGC targets. For now that region is downplaying the Israeli strike, suggesting a strong interest in de-escalation.
I'm only sharing this because the stress-levels last weekend were so high. I know there's a huge "will they or won't they" vibe that's easily fuelled by speculation (along with hawkish excitement among some commentators eager *to* see everything go to hell in a handbasket).
But for now, we've gone through a week of sabre-rattling in a way that makes it clear how much most regional actors are seeking ways to save face while striving for diplomatic solutions.
That's a good sign. 🤞
@MLClark I imagine there’s plenty going on under the radar via cyber attacks we may never know of.
“Religion poisons everything”
-Christopher Hitchens
@MLClark thank you!