Saudi Arabia has expressed its approval of a United Nations Security Council statement that condemns recent Houthi attacks on its territory, emphasizing its right to self-defense under international law. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs conveyed gratitude for the Security Council’s solidarity and its criticism of assaults on civilians, airports, and critical infrastructure, as well as threats to maritime navigation in strategic regions like the Red Sea and the Bab Al-Mandab Strait.
The Security Council’s statement specifically highlighted attacks on King Khalid International Airport on October 10 and 11, which reportedly resulted in casualties. In addition, it denounced assaults on other Saudi airports and facilities managed by Saudi Aramco. Council members offered condolences to the victims’ families and urged the Houthis to cease their military escalation and attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure.
The Council reaffirmed the importance of adhering to Resolution 2216, established in 2015, along with subsequent resolutions. It called for enhanced international cooperation to prevent the Houthis from acquiring weapons, military equipment, funding, training, and technical support. Additionally, it condemned Houthi threats to commercial shipping in the Red Sea and the Bab Al-Mandab Strait, stressing the necessity of safeguarding vessels, their crews, and international maritime navigation.
Furthermore, the Security Council reiterated its support for Yemen’s internationally recognized government, emphasizing the country’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. It also backed the efforts of UN Special Envoy Hans Grundberg in pursuing a comprehensive political solution to the conflict in Yemen.