Saudi Arabia is seeking to form an international coalition to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks, according to a report from ynet. No details on the coalition's composition or timeline were provided.
The report, published by ynet, indicates that Saudi Arabia is seeking to assemble an international coalition to secure the Red Sea against the Houthi threat. The proposal comes against a backdrop of intensified Houthi maritime attacks, including strikes on Saudi and international vessels in recent weeks. The Zioneer has previously reported on a planned US-Israel-Gulf joint military operation against the Houthis and on Iran's deepening support for the Yemeni group. The Saudi initiative may represent a diplomatic track complementing potential military action. No details on the coalition's composition, mandate, or timeline have been disclosed, and the report has not been officially confirmed by Saudi authorities.
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- DevelopingHouthis reportedly fire on Saudi vessel in Red Sea, analyst says
- DevelopingMaritime insurers reportedly refuse to cover Saudi-linked goods in Red Sea over Houthi attacks
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