Yemeni government condemns Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport

The Yemeni government expressed its full solidarity and unwavering support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, its leadership, government, and people, strongly condemning the terrorist attack that targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The government described the incident as a dangerous escalation, reflecting the Houthi militia’s persistent intent to threaten Saudi security, target civilian facilities, and endanger civilian lives.

In a statement, the government said that targeting airports and civilian facilities constitutes an unacceptable assault on the security and stability of nations and a violation of international laws and norms. The statement added that the attack once again reveals the aggressive nature of the Houthi militia, which continues to expand its threats and undermine security and stability in the region in service of Iran’s agenda and its destructive projects.

The statement stressed that the security of Saudi Arabia is inseparable from the security of Yemen and the region, and that any attack on Saudi territory or civilian facilities is an assault on the right of regional peoples to security, stability, freedom of movement, and the safety of air navigation.

The government affirmed that such attacks will not undermine the strong fraternal ties and shared destiny between the two countries, nor Yemen’s steadfast position in confronting terrorism and threats to Saudi security and sovereignty. It reiterated Yemen’s support for all measures Saudi Arabia takes to protect its security, facilities, and sovereignty.

The Yemeni government also renewed its appreciation for the pivotal role played by Saudi Arabia, led by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, in supporting Yemen, its legitimate leadership, and its people in restoring state institutions and enhancing regional security and stability.