Originally Posted by
jolihokistix
Egypt is going to love the loss of revenue from the Suez Canal. Not.
Perhaps the Houthis think that Egypt can/should bring more pressure to bear.
Iran seems to delight in causing nuisance at a distance, with layers of deniability, getting others to do their dirty work, "Not me mate!"
Your first point is probably right, but it's probalby a vain hope.
As to Iran enjoying this: yes.
Originally Posted by
Ninthace
I suspect a drone launch would be a target of opportunity. One would have to lucky to catch one and the time to respond may well be less the flight time of the countermeasure. Do the associated logistics present a better opportunity?
Remember the problems of Scud hunting in Desert Storm. Similar challenges apply, although there are some improved detection/ISR means these days.
Originally Posted by
tartare
I would assume many of those drone launchers are small and highly mobile - could be quite challenging.
Yes. The trick is to see if there are any patterns.