Saudi Arabia Proposes Naval Coalition to Protect Red Sea Trade Routes
Saudi Arabia has announced plans to form a multinational maritime defense coalition aimed at safeguarding international navigation and energy supply routes in the Red Sea. This initiative comes amid escalating tensions in the region, which is a critical corridor for global trade and energy transport. The coalition, which would include representatives from 43 countries and the European Union, aims to enhance maritime security, ensure freedom of navigation, and protect international trade routes. Saudi Arabia would serve as the founding state and leader of the coalition, hosting its permanent headquarters. 
