Arab Parliament chief warns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia threaten regional security

Arab Parliament Speaker Mohammed bin Ahmed Al-Yamahi has warned that repeated terrorist attacks by the Houthi militia targeting Saudi Arabia and its civilian and oil facilities pose a direct threat to regional security.

Speaking at the 153rd session of the Inter-Parliamentary Union General Assembly in Arusha, Tanzania, Al-Yamahi also addressed Iranian attacks on several Arab countries, which have endangered civilians, infrastructure, and vital installations.

Al-Yamahi stressed that regional escalation is linked to threats against the security of Arab states, calling on the international community to move beyond condemnation and take practical steps to protect countries, uphold their sovereignty, and ensure all parties respect international law.

Warning against undermining the Palestinian cause

Al-Yamahi also noted that Israeli actions in Palestine represent a comprehensive plan to undermine the Palestinian cause, warning against settlement expansion projects aimed at separating the northern and southern West Bank, threatening Palestinian territorial unity and prospects for a two-state solution.

He added that the ceasefire in Gaza remains only a temporary measure amid ongoing violence, destruction, and starvation.

Call for dialogue and protection of international navigation

The Arab Parliament Speaker emphasized that regional security cannot be achieved through force or by threatening navigation, energy, and international trade. He called for an end to regional escalation, respect for state sovereignty, protection of maritime navigation and international sea lanes, and a return to dialogue and diplomatic means to resolve disputes.