Saudi Arabia, 13 Other Nations Agree to Maritime Defence Alliance Amid Red Sea Attacks The recent announcement by Saudi Arabia of a multinational maritime defence alliance in the Red Sea has sparked concerns about the kingdom's intentions and escalating tensions in the region.
The move appears necessary to counter the threat posed by Yemen's Iran backed Houthi rebels, who have attacked commercial shipping vessels in the Bab el Mandeb Strait.
The alliance is not just a defensive measure; it is also a calculated move by Saudi Arabia to assert its dominance in the region, secure its energy exports, and counter Iran's growing influence on the Arabian Peninsula.