Arab and international condemnation over Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia

Widespread Arab and Islamic condemnation has followed the recent Houthi attacks targeting civilian and vital infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, including King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and the Shaybah oil field in the Eastern Province. The statements emphasized rejection of attacks on civilians and economic facilities, and stressed the need to confront the escalation that threatens the Kingdom’s security and regional stability.

Egypt, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, and Jordan, along with the Muslim World League, expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia and affirmed their support for the Kingdom in protecting its territory, citizens, and residents. They stressed that the attacks constitute a violation of international law and a threat to regional security and stability.

Egypt: Saudi security is integral to Arab and Egyptian national security

Egypt strongly condemned the attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, which resulted in the deaths of two civilians and injuries to several others.

Egypt reaffirmed its categorical rejection of actions that violate international law and target air navigation, civilian facilities, and civilians in a reckless and irresponsible manner. It warned that such attacks would only fuel the crisis, increase tensions, and undermine stability in the region.

Cairo reiterated its full solidarity and support for Saudi Arabia and its leadership in defending its land and citizens, stressing that the Kingdom’s security is an inseparable part of both Arab and Egyptian national security.

Bahrain: Houthi attacks are a systematic campaign requiring international action

Bahrain condemned the attacks on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and the Shaybah oil field in the Eastern Province, which resulted in the deaths of a Saudi citizen and three Asian residents, injuries to ten others, and material damage to the targeted facilities.

The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that these attacks are no longer isolated incidents but part of a systematic terrorist campaign, with four consecutive attacks in less than two weeks targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, and the Shaybah oil field.

The ministry warned of the dangers posed to vital infrastructure and global energy security, calling for immediate international action beyond verbal condemnation. Bahrain reaffirmed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all measures taken to safeguard its security, stability, and territorial integrity.

It also stressed Saudi Arabia’s legitimate right to self-defense under Article 51 of the UN Charter, describing the attacks as violations of international law, international humanitarian law, and the UN Charter, and as threats to international peace and security.

Bahrain called on the UN Security Council to act under Chapter VII of the UN Charter and take decisive measures to halt repeated Houthi attacks, hold perpetrators accountable, and ensure full implementation of relevant resolutions, especially Resolutions 2216 and 2817.

UAE and Jordan reaffirm support for Saudi Arabia

Similarly, the United Arab Emirates strongly condemned the Houthi attack on King Fahd International Airport, which killed two people and injured several civilians.

The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the attack was a blatant violation of Saudi sovereignty and a threat to its security and stability, reiterating the UAE’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all measures to preserve its security and stability.

The UAE also extended its sincere condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to the injured.

The Jordanian government also condemned the Houthi attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, which resulted in two deaths and several injuries, affirming its rejection of attacks targeting airports, civilians, and civil and economic facilities in Saudi Arabia.

Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said these attacks are a flagrant breach of international law and an assault on Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, security, stability, and the safety of its citizens and residents.

The ministry reiterated Jordan’s unwavering solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for all steps taken to protect its security, stability, and resources, offering heartfelt condolences to the victims’ families and wishing the injured a swift recovery.

Muslim World League: Targeting civilians and facilities violates international values and laws

The Muslim World League strongly condemned the continued Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, including the targeting of King Fahd International Airport in Dammam and a facility at the Shaybah oil field in the Eastern Province. According to the League’s statement, the attacks resulted in four deaths and ten injuries.

The League’s Secretary-General, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, reiterated his condemnation, stating that the attacks violate religious values, international laws and norms, and humanitarian principles, and reflect a deliberate targeting of civilians and civilian facilities.

On behalf of the League’s global bodies, councils, and the Muslim communities it represents, Al-Issa affirmed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia in all measures taken to deter aggressors and protect the security and safety of its citizens and residents.

Arab and Islamic solidarity in the face of escalation

The successive condemnations from Egypt, Bahrain, the UAE, Jordan, and the Muslim World League reflect a unified rejection of attacks on Saudi Arabia’s civilian and vital facilities, and underscore the importance of protecting civilians, upholding state sovereignty, and respecting international law.

There were also calls for more effective international action to halt the attacks and hold those responsible accountable, amid concerns about the impact of the escalation on regional security, economic infrastructure, and energy supplies—making the protection of regional stability a responsibility that extends beyond the countries targeted by such attacks.