Saudi Arabia launches Red Sea defense alliance: implications and effectiveness

Saudi Arabia has announced the formation of a maritime military coalition, including Bahrain, Bangladesh, Djibouti, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Pakistan, Qatar, Somalia, Sudan, Turkiye, and Yemen, aimed at ensuring safe navigation through the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, Red Sea, and Gulf of Aden. The coalition, which may expand further, will facilitate information sharing, joint naval exercises, and strengthen military capabilities. The initiative comes amid increasing attacks on Saudi vessels by Iran-backed Houthi fighters, framing the conflict as a global maritime security issue.

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