UK voices support for Saudi Arabia and Yemen against Houthi attacks
UK Middle East Minister Stephen Doughty condemned Houthi assaults on Saudi Arabia and Yemen, expressing solidarity with both nations and offering condolences.
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AIUK Minister for the Middle East Stephen Doughty has condemned attacks by Houthi militias targeting Saudi Arabia and Yemen.
Writing on the UK Foreign Office's account on X, Doughty said Houthi assaults have resulted in casualties in both Saudi Arabia and Yemen.
He added, “We strongly condemn the actions of the Houthis and extend our sincere condolences to all those affected.” Doughty emphasized that the UK stands with Saudi Arabia and the Yemeni government in confronting Houthi aggression.
Separately, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak discussed ongoing threats posed by Iran and the need to restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz in a call with Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said of Oman.