GCC chief condemns Houthi attacks on Abha and King Khalid airports

Gulf Cooperation Council Secretary-General Jasem Mohammed Albudaiwi strongly condemned the terrorist attacks carried out by the Houthi militia targeting Abha and King Khalid airports in Saudi Arabia, which resulted in several civilian deaths and injuries.

He stressed that targeting civilian airports and endangering the lives of travelers, workers, and civilians constitutes a dangerous escalation and a blatant violation of international laws and norms, requiring a firm and decisive international response. He called for an end to such practices that threaten regional and international security and stability.

Albudaiwi reaffirmed the unity and full solidarity of GCC member states with Saudi Arabia in confronting all threats to its security, stability, sovereignty, and the safety of its citizens and residents. He expressed support for all measures taken by the Kingdom to protect its territory, resources, and security, and extended his sincere condolences to the families of the victims, wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.