Israeli maneuvers in the Red Sea... Do they provoke Egypt's national security?

Arab Sea Newspaper - Special

Arab Sea_Follow-ups: Recent Israeli military maneuvers in the Red Sea have raised questions about whether they pose a direct threat to Egyptian national security, especially in light of escalating regional tensions and the continued Houthi attacks on international navigation in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab. The Israeli Position The Israeli army spokesman explained that these movements come within the framework of "protecting global trade routes," stressing that the Israeli naval maneuvers aim to enhance the readiness of naval forces in the face of any potential threats. Tel Aviv links its military presence in the Red Sea to "protecting its national security" in light of the increasing attacks on ships linked to Israel. The Egyptian Perspective Dr. Ahmed El-Shahat, an expert in security and national affairs, affirms in the "Studio One with Fadila" program on "Sky News Arabia" that these movements "are a direct challenge to Egyptian national security," stressing that the Red Sea represents "a strategic depth for Egypt and a red line that cannot be crossed." He added that any increased Israeli military presence in this region "will reshuffle the cards" and put Cairo in front of new calculations related to the security of the Suez Canal and vital sea lanes. The Regional Scene Observers believe that the Israeli moves come within the race for influence in the Red Sea, where the interests of several regional and international powers intersect, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Iran, and the United States. These developments also coincided with the Houthis' continued targeting of Israeli or Israeli-linked ships, making the Red Sea an arena for indirect confrontation between the parties to the conflict.