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Saudi crown prince seeks neighbours' backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes

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Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Cairo on Tuesday to secure regional support amid escalating attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. The discussions focused on safeguarding maritime security and ensuring free navigation in the Red Sea.

The kingdom is facing increased assaults targeting Saudi shipping lanes and infrastructure. According to the reports, these persistent Houthi attacks have rattled crucial Red Sea oil routes and contributed to a significant surge in global oil prices. In response to the growing security threat, the Saudi kingdom has vowed to take firm action.

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France 24 Highlights a joint regional power stance and vows for a firm response.
WTOP News - Washington DC Focuses specifically on bilateral backing from Egypt and economic impacts on oil.
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