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Egypt Condemns Houthi Naval Blockade Threat Against Saudi Arabia
Egypt's Foreign Ministry has strongly criticized Houthi threats to blockade Saudi Arabia, warning of risks to maritime navigation and international trade.
24 July 2026
Egypt issued a statement on Tuesday strongly condemning threats by Yemen's Houthis to impose a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, describing the move as an irresponsible escalation that undermines regional stability, according to Daily News Egypt.
The outlet reported that the statement from Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs warned the threats endanger the safety of maritime navigation, international trade, and vital waterways.
Full details are available in the original report by Daily News Egypt.
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