Since its inauguration in 1869 the Suez Canal has played an immensely important part in the history, politics and economics of the Middle East and the World.

In this episode Sam and Edgar discuss its role in both the occupation of Egypt by the British and its liberation from imperialist domination, as well as the latest developments since October 7th, with the Houthis of Yemen establishing a de facto blockade of the canal.

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Pictured: The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower transits the Suez Canal en route to the Mediterranean Sea.