Gulf and Arab states condemn Houthi attacks, pledge full support for Saudi Arabia
Gulf and Arab nations have expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia following Houthi attacks, welcoming the UN Security Council's condemnation and reaffirming support for the Kingdom's security.
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AIA wave of solidarity has swept across Gulf and Arab countries in support of Saudi Arabia following attacks by Houthi militias.
Kuwait's Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the UN Security Council's condemnation of the missile attacks launched by the Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia, as well as attacks on commercial vessels.
Kuwait reiterated its solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all measures taken by the Kingdom to preserve its sovereignty and security. It also renewed its backing for Yemen's legitimate government and for the efforts of the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy to Yemen aimed at achieving peace, security, and stability in the brotherly Republic of Yemen.
Bahrain also welcomed the Security Council's condemnation of the Houthi terrorist attacks on Saudi Arabia and the threat they pose to maritime navigation. Bahrain reaffirmed its full solidarity and support for Saudi Arabia, stressing that the Kingdom's security is an integral part of Bahrain's own security.
The Muslim World League also welcomed the Security Council statement. The League's Secretary-General and Chairman of the Association of Muslim Scholars, Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, highlighted the statement's emphasis on the need to adhere to international law and relevant Security Council resolutions, particularly Resolution 2216, as well as respect for Yemen's sovereignty, unity, independence, and territorial integrity, and the rejection of actions that threaten regional security and maritime navigation.
On behalf of the League's councils and global bodies, and all Muslim peoples under its umbrella, Al-Issa reaffirmed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia in all measures it takes to deter aggression, safeguard its security and sovereignty, and protect its citizens and residents. He also expressed full support for Yemen's legitimate government and all international efforts to achieve security and stability for Yemen and its people.
Egypt strongly condemned the threats targeting Saudi Arabia's security, describing them as an irresponsible escalation that undermines regional security and stability, threatens the safety of maritime navigation, international trade, and vital waterways. Egypt stressed that these threats constitute a flagrant violation of international law, the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, and relevant Security Council resolutions.