RIYADH: Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falih Al-Zaidi has strongly condemned and denounced the Houthi attack targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and the attacks on civilian and vital facilities in Saudi Arabia.
The Iraqi PM made the remarks during a meeting with the Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Prince Mohammed bin Salman, at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Wednesday.
Al-Zaidi described the attacks on the Kingdom as a threat to regional security and stability.
HRH the Crown Prince, Iraqi Prime Minister Hold Talks in Riyadh; Al-Zaidi Affirms Rejection of Attacks on Saudi Arabia.
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PM Al-Zaidi affirmed his government’s firm stance against allowing Iraqi territory to be used as a launchpad for any aggression or acts affecting the security of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and other countries in the region, and its commitment to the principles of good neighbourliness and respect for the sovereignty of the Kingdom and brotherly nations.
During the meeting, the two sides discussed regional developments and coordination of efforts to enhance the region’s security and stability.
They also reviewed Saudi-Iraqi relations, with the Crown Prince emphasising the Kingdom’s keenness to strengthen cooperation between the two countries in various fields, particularly security coordination.
Saudi Cabinet Warns Houthis of consequences for attacks on Kingdom
The Saudi Cabinet on Tuesday warned that the Houthis will bear the consequences of their attacks targeting Saudi Arabia’s airports, Makkah, Madinah, visitors to the Two Holy Mosques, and civilian and economic facilities.
The Cabinet praised the role of the Armed Forces in defending the homeland, safeguarding its gains and resources, and effectively deterring any aggression or threat against its sovereignty and the safety of its citizens and residents.
It affirmed that these efforts ensure the Kingdom remains a bastion of security and stability as it advances toward further progress and prosperity, while maintaining its steadfast commitment to achieving regional and global peace.
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The Cabinet extended its deepest condolences to the families of the victims of these criminal assaults and wished the wounded a speedy recovery.
It is pertinent to mention that the Iraqi government had strongly condemned the attack on Riyadh airport, describing it as a threat to regional security and stability.
In a statement on Sunday, Sabah al-Numan, spokesman for the prime minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, said the government rejects any escalation of military and hostile actions, particularly those affecting civilians and civilian facilities.
The statement called for a comprehensive halt to military hostilities to spare civilians and brotherly peoples the consequences and protect civilian facilities.
