Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye have issued a strong condemnation of recent Houthi attacks targeting Saudi airports, which have resulted in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure. The strikes, particularly those on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, have been described by these countries as violations of international law and threats to regional stability.
In a joint statement, the four nations emphasized the gravity of these attacks, calling for an immediate and unconditional cessation of hostilities. They reaffirmed their support for Saudi Arabia and endorsed the kingdom’s right to take measures consistent with the United Nations Charter to protect its security and sovereignty. The statement also placed responsibility on the Houthi group for the attacks and their potential ramifications on both regional and international peace.
Kuwait independently denounced the attacks on Saudi airports, expressing the necessity of an international response and accountability for those responsible. Kuwaiti officials highlighted the interconnected security concerns between Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and the broader Gulf region. Similarly, Yemen’s Information Minister, Moammar Al-Eryani, urged international bodies, including the United Nations Security Council, to take decisive action against those orchestrating and supporting these attacks, which pose a threat to aviation safety.
The latest wave of condemnation follows reports of a projectile hitting a passenger terminal at King Khalid International Airport, causing a fire and injuries, and prompting ongoing damage assessments. This incident came shortly after another attack that reportedly killed 13 people and injured more than 300, heightening concerns about civilian safety and escalating tensions in the region.