Riyadh unveils maritime alliance as war spreads

Saudi Arabia announced a multinational maritime defense coalition to secure Red Sea shipping and energy routes amid escalating regional conflicts. The US and Saudi strikes on Iran-aligned groups in Iraq and Yemen, coupled with Iranian attacks on US-linked targets in Jordan, Kuwait, and Bahrain, have intensified tensions. Egypt reported a drone strike on its Damietta port, with President Sisi warning of potential escalation.