Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye have issued a joint condemnation of recent Houthi attacks on Saudi territories, emphasizing their concern over the strikes that have targeted civilian infrastructure, including King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. These attacks have reportedly resulted in casualties and significant damage, prompting an urgent call for their cessation.
The collective statement from the four nations characterizes the Houthi strikes as flagrant violations of international law and an affront to Saudi sovereignty. Highlighting the threats these actions pose to civilian safety and regional stability, the countries have urged an immediate and unconditional end to the offensive. They have also expressed their solidarity with Saudi Arabia, supporting the Kingdom’s right to defend itself under international law and the United Nations Charter.
In addition to this joint condemnation, Kuwait has also voiced its disapproval, specifically addressing the attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and King Fahd International Airport in Dammam. Stressing the interconnected nature of Gulf security, Kuwait has called for a robust international response and accountability for those responsible for the aggression.
Yemeni Information Minister Moammar Al-Eryani has added to the international chorus of concern, urging global action against the attacks which he warns threaten aviation safety. He has called on the United Nations Security Council and relevant bodies to hold the perpetrators and their supporters accountable for these acts.
These statements come in the wake of a recent incident at King Khalid International Airport, where an unidentified projectile damaged a passenger terminal, leading to a fire and injuries. This attack followed another deadly incident that reportedly killed 13 people and injured over 300, intensifying fears over escalating tensions and the safety of civilians in the region.