Saudi Arabia faces unprecedented maritime vulnerability as Houthi forces gain control of critical shipping lanes in the Red Sea while Iranian military presence threatens the Strait of Hormuz. The dual blockade jeopardizes the kingdom's oil export capabilities and regional economic stability. Riyadh intensifies diplomatic efforts with Washington to secure military support and ensure unobstructed access to global trade routes vital for its economic survival.

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