Kuwait welcomes UN Security Council statement condemning Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia

Kuwait has welcomed the presidential statement issued by the UN Security Council regarding the ongoing attacks by the Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia, and its condemnation of these assaults targeting civilians and vital infrastructure, as well as threatening maritime security in the Red Sea and Bab Al-Mandab.

In a statement, the Kuwaiti Ministry of Foreign Affairs said that Kuwait supports the Security Council's position, particularly its affirmation of Saudi Arabia's right to defend itself in accordance with international law, the need for full implementation of Security Council Resolution 2216 (2015), and the prevention of weapons, funding, and all forms of military support from reaching the Houthi militia.

Kuwait reiterated its unwavering solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its full support for all measures the Kingdom takes to safeguard its sovereignty and protect its security and stability.

The ministry stressed that the security of Saudi Arabia is an integral part of the security of Kuwait and the Gulf Cooperation Council states.