Egypt Slams Houthi Attack on Saudi Oil Tanker

Egypt has condemned the attack on a Saudi oil tanker and reaffirmed its support for the Kingdom. In a statement, Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed 'full solidarity' with Saudi Arabia, rejecting all acts that undermine security and stability in the region or threaten global trade flow.

The Houthi rebels had announced a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia in the Red Sea, threatening to disrupt oil exports through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The group claimed it was in response to a strike by Yemen's internationally recognized government on Sanaa airport, which aimed to prevent an unauthorized Iranian aircraft from landing.

The escalating tensions between Saudi-backed forces and Houthi rebels threaten global shipping, with the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz being critical waterways for international trade. Egypt emphasized the importance of protecting freedom of navigation in these straits and maritime passages, which are vital for global supply chains and trade.