Commodities
Saudi Crown Prince Seeks Egypt's Help Against Houthi Attacks on Oil Shipping Routes
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has sought backing from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi in the face of increasing attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels on Saudi shipping and infrastructure.
The Houthi attacks have contributed to a surge in global oil prices, which are now being driven higher by concerns about supply disruptions and potential further conflict in the region.
The Crown Prince visited Egypt on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, where he met with el-Sisi to discuss ways of countering the Houthi threat and protecting Saudi Arabia's vital oil shipping routes through the Red Sea.