Key Points
- Pakistan backs Saudi Arabia’s right to defend its territory
- Islamabad says attacks on civilian facilities violate international law
- Pakistan urges the Houthi militia to halt attacks
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly condemned the latest terrorist attack by the Houthi militia targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, describing the strike on a civilian airport as a violation of international law and a threat to regional peace and security.
In a statement issued in Islamabad in October, Pakistan expressed concern over reports of casualties and injuries, and extended condolences to the bereaved families. It wished those injured a swift and complete recovery.
“The targeting of a civilian airport constitutes a heinous act of terrorism, a flagrant violation of international law and a grave threat to regional peace and security,” the statement said.
Pakistan said the continued targeting of civilian populations and critical infrastructure by the Houthi militia was unacceptable and must be condemned unequivocally by the international community.
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Pakistan Strongly Condemns the Latest Terrorist Attack by the Houthi Militia Targeting King Khaled International Airport, Riyadh
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It said such acts of aggression could not be justified under any circumstances and must cease immediately.
Pakistan reaffirmed its solidarity with the leadership and people of Saudi Arabia in the face of repeated attacks, reiterating its commitment to the kingdom’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, security and stability.
The statement referred to the Makkah Agreement for Joint Defence and recent decisions taken by the Strategic, Political and Defence Committee, saying Pakistan’s commitment to Saudi Arabia remained firm.
Pakistan also expressed full support for Saudi Arabia’s legitimate right to defend its territory, protect its people and safeguard its cities and vital infrastructure against threats and acts of aggression.
Pakistan on Houthis to stop attacks
It called on the Houthi militia to immediately stop its attacks. Pakistan’s Foreign Office also urged the international community to take a firm and unequivocal stand against actions that endanger innocent lives and undermine regional stability.
“Pakistan will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, resolute in its commitment to the Kingdom’s sovereignty, security and defence,” the statement said.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia maintain close political and defence ties, with Islamabad repeatedly expressing support for the kingdom’s security and territorial integrity.
