Saudi crown prince seeks Egyptian backing as Houthi attacks intensify
Saudi shipping and infrastructure have come under increased attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, with the disruption helping drive higher global oil prices.
Saudi Arabia’s crown prince has sought backing from Egypt’s president as the kingdom faces increased attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, according to France 24 International.
The attacks have targeted Saudi shipping and infrastructure, adding pressure on the kingdom’s security and economic interests. They have also contributed to a surge in global oil prices.
Saudi Arabia and Egypt are allies across the Red Sea, but the supplied report does not specify what support Riyadh requested or whether Cairo agreed to provide it.
France 24 reported the diplomatic appeal as regional tensions linked to the war involving Iran continued to expose wider security pressures in the Middle East. The source material does not establish further details about the attacks or any formal Egyptian commitment.
