International

Saudi Arabia Seeks Coalition to Protect Red Sea Shipping

Reuters2h
THE BRIEF
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Saudi Arabia is actively seeking to form an international coalition to protect Red Sea shipping lanes from Houthi attacks.

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The move follows reports that Houthi forces are planning to impose unauthorized transit fees on vessels passing through the region.

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Diplomatic sources suggest the coalition aims to secure maritime trade routes amid rising tensions and threats to global shipping.