The Suez Canal, a vital waterway connecting the Mediterranean Sea with the Red Sea, has a rich historical background dating back to ancient attempts by Pharaoh Sesostris and Darius I of Persia. Modern construction of the canal was realized through Ferdinand de Lesseps' vision and the establishment of the French Company for the Canal of Suez Construction, leading to its opening in 1869. With its strategic military importance, economic impact on global trade, and recent expansion projects like the Suez Canal Expansion in 2015, the canal continues to play a crucial role in international diplomacy, trade, and transportation.