Turkey condemns Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport, reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia

Turkey has strongly condemned the attack carried out by the Houthi group on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, reaffirming its support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Saudi Arabia.

In a statement issued today, the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs said it condemns in the strongest terms the renewed targeting of King Khalid International Airport in the Saudi capital by the Houthis. The ministry also expressed condolences to the victims and wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the attack.

The ministry noted that such attacks, which deliberately target civilian infrastructure and civilians, constitute a blatant violation of international law and the principles of international humanitarian law.

The Turkish Foreign Ministry added that it is essential to immediately halt actions that threaten regional security and stability and undermine the joint efforts of the international community to establish peace. The statement reiterated Turkey's support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Saudi Arabia.