CJ EXCLUSIVE: Egypt,KSA and Turkey hold The Red Sea Security Protocols
London, UK — January 14, 2026
The Birth of a New Strategic Axis and the Return of the Sovereign Tide
The Castle Journal (CJ) Global exclusive intelligence desk has uncovered a monumental shift in the security architecture of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint.
As of January 14, 2026, a “New Red Sea Axis” has emerged, signaling a transition from foreign-led naval operations to a regional, sovereign-led security ecosystem.
While the world watched the surface tensions of 2024 and 2025, a secretive realignment has quietly positioned Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey as the primary guardians of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Suez Canal.
The “New Red Sea Axis”: Hegemonic Restoration
Our reports confirm that 2026 marks the implementation of a strategic naval task force led by Riyadh and Ankara, with Cairo serving as the indispensable northern anchor.
This new coalition, often described by regional analysts as the “Coalition of the Status Quo,” aims to reverse the fragmentation seen in recent years.
Key secretive developments include:
The Intelligence Exchange:
In a revolutionary move for regional stability, Egypt has reportedly shared high-level intelligence with Saudi authorities regarding asymmetric threats in Yemen.
This “sacrifice of old shadows” has restored deep trust between Riyadh and Cairo, forming a unified front against separatist movements that threaten the integrity of Red Sea trade routes.
The “Aspides” Extension and Transition:
While the European Union’s Operation Aspides has been extended until February 28, 2026, its mandate has shifted.
Sources indicate that the EU is now focusing on “information collection” regarding shadow fleets and arms trafficking, while gradually handing over active escort duties to the regional Axis.
Mandatory Governance: The IMO 2026 Regulations
The “Clean-Up” of the Red Sea is not only military but regulatory.
As of January 1, 2026, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) has activated a raft of new mandatory protocols that directly impact the Arabia Edition of our news:
• Mandatory Container Loss Reporting: Every vessel transiting the Red Sea must now report lost cargo in real-time.
This is a direct strike against the “shadow operators” who used the chaos of conflict to dump illegal materials.
• The Digital Coastal Guide: Saudi Arabia’s Saudi Red Sea Authority (SRSA) has unveiled a 2026 digital guide that integrates safety protocols with yatchting and maritime tourism, effectively turning the coastline into a “Smart Border.”
The “Unseen” Conflict: Order vs. Fragmentation
The secretive reports at CJ Global highlight a high-stakes bet being placed by the world leadership.
By leveraging institutional legitimacy and strategic depth, the Moscow-Cairo-Beijing Axis (discussed in our previous report) is finding a natural partner in this new Red Sea Security Axis.
Those who have attempted to use the Red Sea as a theatre for “depression” and “instability” are finding their threads being cut.
The transition back to Trans-Suez shipping is no longer a dream; it is a calculated operational reality for 2026.
Major carriers like Maersk and Xeneta are signaling a cautious return, but only because they trust the “World’s Leadership Voice” and the new regional stability protocols we are highlighting.
Leadership Conclusion: Holding the Threads
The Red Sea is returning to the hands of those who live on its shores.
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Castle Journal will lead the way in reporting these secretive maritime successes. We support the President, we support the King, and we support the sovereign right of nations to secure their own waters.
