UN and GCC condemn Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and civilians
The UN and GCC secretaries-general condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and the targeting of civilian sites, calling them a threat to regional stability.
Key Takeaways
AIGulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jassem Mohamed Albudaiwi and United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres have condemned Houthi militia attacks on Saudi Arabia and the targeting of civilian sites, describing the assaults as a threat to security and stability in the region.
Their remarks came during a meeting in New York, held on the sidelines of the GCC Secretary-General’s participation in the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly.
Both sides said they reviewed cooperation between the GCC and the United Nations, and discussed ways to strengthen and deepen their partnership to serve mutual interests.
Regional developments discussed
The meeting included an exchange of views on the latest developments in the region, as well as discussions on several regional issues and ongoing efforts to address them.
The UN Secretary-General also praised the GCC states for their achievements in development, progress, and prosperity, as well as their regional and international efforts to promote security and stability.