China condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, urges de-escalation

China on Monday condemned recent Houthi attacks targeting two airports and energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, expressing "deep concern over the escalating conflict" and urging all parties to avoid actions that could increase regional tensions, instead resolving disputes through dialogue and negotiation.

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told reporters, "China condemns the attacks that have resulted in numerous casualties and expresses deep concern over the intensifying conflict." She added, "We call on all parties involved to refrain from any actions that could escalate regional tensions, to resolve their disputes and conflicts through dialogue and negotiation, and to achieve peace and stability in the region as soon as possible."

China's statement follows a series of Houthi attacks, including one on Riyadh airport. An attack on Sunday killed one person and injured others, a day after a separate attack on the airport on Saturday left 13 people dead.