Saudis Form Military Alliance to Protect Red Sea Shipping
NYT > World News·July 31, 2026

Saudi Arabia has formed a military alliance with over a dozen countries, including Egypt and Turkey, to protect shipping in the Red Sea. The coalition aims to prevent attacks on vessels in the region. The move comes as tensions between the United States and Iran have escalated into a wider conflict. The new defense coalition seeks to ensure the safe passage of ships through the critical waterway.
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