New Zealand to Enhance Maritime Security in the Red Sea

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced the deployment of a six-member defence team to the Middle East to join an international coalition aimed at enhancing maritime security in the Red Sea. This decision is in response to the Iranian-allied Houthi group’s attacks on civilian ships, which are seen as a reaction to Israel’s Gaza military campaign. The move aligns with efforts to address these security concerns and support the international coalition’s efforts in the region.

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