Following the Houthi maritime blockade declared on 20 July 2026, Saudi Arabia established a
14-country maritime defense coalition to protect shipping across the Red Sea, Bab Al-Mandeb and Gulf of Aden. Headquartered in Jeddah, the coalition declared initial operational capability on 18 September, with Pakistan serving as deputy commander.
Unlock the following in-depth report to explore how the coalition is building its presence, its readiness under pressure, and how it is closing the capability gaps.
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