Saudi Arabia has expressed approval for the United Nations Security Council’s recent statement condemning the rising number of attacks by Houthi forces on the Kingdom. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed its right to defend its territory and citizens under international law, highlighting the significance of the council’s solidarity in confronting threats posed to civilians, airports, and critical infrastructure.
The Security Council specifically denounced the Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport that occurred on October 10 and 11, which reportedly resulted in casualties. Additional attacks targeting other Saudi airports and facilities owned by Saudi Aramco were also condemned. In response, council members extended condolences to the families of victims and urged the Houthis to cease their military escalation and halt attacks on civilian infrastructure.
Emphasizing the importance of Resolution 2216, adopted in 2015, the Security Council called for enhanced international cooperation to prevent the Houthis from acquiring weapons, military equipment, funding, training, and technical assistance. The resolution underscores the need for collaboration with Yemen’s internationally recognized government to address the ongoing conflict.
The Security Council also condemned threats against commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Bab Al-Mandab Strait, stressing the necessity of securing international maritime navigation and protecting vessels and their crews. The council reaffirmed its support for Yemen’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, as well as backing the efforts of UN Special Envoy Hans Grundberg in seeking a comprehensive political resolution to the conflict in Yemen.