WorldSaudi Arabia seeks international coalition against Houthis in Red Sea

Saudi Arabia is discussing an international coalition with dozens of countries to protect Red Sea shipping from Houthi attacks, according to people familiar with the talks. The Houthis declared a maritime blockade of Saudi Arabia and reported attacks on its vessels; Riyadh responded with air strikes on what it called Houthi military facilities at Hodeidah port, while tensions and oil prices rose.

Saudi ArabiaHouthisRed Sea shippingYemen

AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-07-29 23:34Original