International solidarity with Saudi Arabia to confront Houthi attacks

Arab and Islamic countries expressed their solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, condemning the continued attacks by the Houthi militia on civilian infrastructure and the attempt to target the capital, Riyadh.

Bahrain, Qatar, Egypt, Yemen, the Arab League, and the Muslim World League expressed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, standing by its side and offering complete support for all measures it takes to safeguard its sovereignty, security, and stability, as well as to protect its citizens and residents on its territory. They strongly condemned the Houthi terrorist attacks as a blatant violation of the security and stability of the Kingdom and the entire region, and of the principles and provisions of international law, representing a serious escalation that could heighten tensions and undermine stability in the region.

Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and President of the Assembly of Muslim Jurists of the World, affirmed on behalf of the League’s assemblies, bodies, and global councils, and on behalf of all Islamic peoples under its umbrella, their solidarity with all measures undertaken by the Kingdom to deter the aggressors.

Earlier, Brigadier General Turki Al-Maliki, official spokesperson for the coalition forces (“Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen”), announced that the Saudi Royal Air Defense Forces successfully intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the Houthi militia toward Riyadh two days prior. Al-Maliki added that the Houthi militia attempted to target civilians and civilian objects in the cities of Bisha, Taif, Farasan, and Yanbu, but these hostile attempts were thwarted by air defenses. He affirmed the inherent right of the coalition leadership to take whatever measures it deems appropriate, in accordance with international humanitarian law and its customary rules, to deter the behavior of the Houthi militia.

For further details, the Coalition announced the destruction of a ballistic missile fired by the militia toward Riyadh, and thwarted its hostile attempts against Bish, Taif, Farasan, and Yanbu.

A wide range of Arab and Islamic countries expressed their solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, condemning the continued terrorist attacks by the Houthi militia on infrastructure and civilian targets, as well as its attempts to target the capital, Riyadh. Meanwhile, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Minister of Foreign Affairs, emphasized the necessity of adhering to the principles of international law, which affirm respect for state sovereignty and the peaceful resolution of disputes.

He stressed that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s participation in the high-level week of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly this year is a continuation of the Kingdom’s approach to engaging with the international community and continuing its role in supporting international peace and security, activating dialogue and mediation, and contributing to addressing common challenges.

In a statement to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), he said: “The Kingdom views the proceedings of this session, held under the theme ‘Restoring Trust and Managing Transformation: The United Nations Meeting Everyone’s Aspirations,’ as an opportunity to renew the affirmation of the principles for which international institutions, foremost among them the United Nations, were established. These principles involve the UN’s role in establishing peace and security, consolidating international laws and norms, and enhancing international cooperation in facing crises.”

The Minister added that in light of current developments in the region, the Kingdom reaffirms the necessity of adhering to international law principles that emphasize respect for state sovereignty, peaceful resolution of disputes, and ensuring the safety and freedom of navigation in international waterways, thereby safeguarding the security of all states and fulfilling the aspirations of their peoples.

He noted that Saudi Arabia places great emphasis on sustainable development in its participation this year, particularly artificial intelligence technologies and how to utilize them responsibly to develop sectors and enhance their efficiency, and to support innovation, thereby delivering tangible benefits to peoples, coinciding with the Kingdom’s designation of 2026 as the Year of Artificial Intelligence.

Earlier, the official spokesperson for the Coalition forces (“Coalition to Support Legitimacy in Yemen”), Brigadier General Turki Al-Maliki, announced that the Saudi Royal Air Defense Forces successfully intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile fired by the terrorist Houthi militia toward the city of Riyadh two days ago.

He clarified that the escalation by the terrorist Houthi militia and its continued attempts to target civilians and civilian objects in the capital Riyadh, a city inhabited by more than eight million citizens and residents, confirm the militia’s obstinacy and its deliberate, systematic targeting of civilians and civilian property, which constitutes a hostile and terrorist behavior.

Brigadier General Al-Maliki added that the Houthi militia attempted to target civilians and civilian objects in the cities of Bish, Taif, Farasan, and Yanbu, and that these hostile attempts were thwarted by air defenses. He affirmed the inherent right of the Coalition leadership to take whatever measures it deems appropriate, in accordance with international humanitarian law and its customary rules, to deter the behavior of the terrorist Houthi militia.

The Kingdom of Bahrain condemned and strongly denounced the escalation of Houthi terrorist attacks and their repeated, deliberate attempts to target civilians and civilian objects in the capital Riyadh, as well as in the cities of Bish, Taif, Farasan, and Yanbu, considering these acts a blatant violation of the rules of international law, international humanitarian law, the UN Charter, and relevant Security Council resolutions.

The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its complete support for all measures taken to safeguard its sovereignty, security, stability, and the protection of its citizens and residents on its territory, in accordance with Article 51 of the UN Charter, emphasizing that its security and stability are an integral part of the national security of the Kingdom of Bahrain. It praised the efficiency and high readiness of the Saudi air defense forces in confronting and thwarting these terrorist attacks.

Bahrain renewed its call for the UN Security Council to fulfill its responsibilities and take a firm stance to stop the repeated Houthi terrorist attacks targeting civilians and civilian objects in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to hold perpetrators accountable, and to implement its relevant resolutions, foremost among them Resolution 2216.

The State of Qatar condemned in the strongest terms the Houthi militia’s targeting of the Saudi capital Riyadh with a ballistic missile, and its attempts to target civilians and civilian objects in the cities of Bish, Taif, Farasan, and Yanbu.

The Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated in a press release that these attacks represent a vile aggressive behavior and an unacceptable disregard for civilian lives, and a blatant violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty and a clear breach of international law rules. It emphasized Qatar’s firm rejection of attacks on civilian objects and civilians, and stressed the necessity of an immediate halt to these irresponsible acts.

The Ministry renewed Qatar’s full solidarity with the Kingdom and its standing by its side in all legitimate measures taken to preserve its sovereignty, security, territorial integrity, and interests, affirming that the security of the Kingdom is an integral part of the security of the State of Qatar and the collective security system of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.

Egypt expressed its condemnation in the strongest terms of the attacks, considering them a blatant violation of the security and stability of the Kingdom and the entire region, as well as the rules and provisions of international law, and representing a dangerous escalation that could increase tensions and destabilize the region.

Egypt affirmed, in a statement by its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, its firm rejection of any attempt to infringe upon the security and sovereignty of the Kingdom, and its full solidarity with the Kingdom and with any measures taken to preserve its stability and integrity, considering the security of the Kingdom and Egypt’s security as indivisible.

The Yemeni government condemned the Houthi attack on Riyadh with a ballistic missile, and its attempts to target civilians and civilian objects in the Saudi cities of Bish, Taif, Farasan, and Yanbu.

The Yemeni Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed in a statement Yemen’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, its leadership, government, and people, and its support for the legitimate measures taken by the Kingdom and the Coalition to Support Legitimacy to deter attacks and protect the security, sovereignty, territorial integrity, citizens, and residents of the Kingdom.

The statement noted that these attacks, and those preceding them in recent days, represent a violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty and a threat to civilian safety, and are an extension of the Houthi escalation in Yemen and threats to international navigation, which undermine the security and stability of the region.

It held the Houthi militias responsible for these attacks and their repercussions, and also held the Iranian regime responsible for continuing its military support, enabling the militia to persist in its attacks in service of its regional agenda at the expense of Yemen’s sovereignty, the interests of its people, and the security of neighboring countries.

In this context, the General Secretariat of the Arab Ministers of Interior Council condemned the Houthi militia attacks.

It stated in a press release that it received with strong indignation news of the Houthi attack on the city of Riyadh and its attempts to target civilians and civilian objects in other Saudi cities.

The statement affirmed the strict condemnation and absolute denunciation of these cowardly terrorist attacks, considering them a blatant violation of international law and an affirmation of the criminal approach habitual to these militias.

It emphasized the absolute and complete solidarity of the Arab Ministers of Interior Council and its full support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the measures it takes to preserve its security, stability, capabilities, and the safety of its citizens and residents on its territory.

On its part, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) strongly condemned the continuation of the terrorist Houthi militia’s unjust aggression against Saudi Arabia, and its attempts to target civilians and civilian objects in the capital Riyadh with a ballistic missile, as well as in the cities of Bish, Taif, Farasan, and Yanbu, all of which were thwarted by Saudi air defenses.

The OIC Secretary-General, Chairman of the Council of Muslim Scholars, Dr. Mohammed bin AbdulKarim Al-Issa, renewed his condemnation of these treacherous terrorist attacks, which violate all religious values, international laws and norms, and humanitarian principles, and confirm the criminal approach of this terrorist militia in deliberately targeting civilians and civilian objects.

He affirmed, on behalf of the OIC’s assemblies, bodies, and global councils, and on behalf of all Islamic peoples under its umbrella, full solidarity with the Kingdom in all measures it takes to deter aggressors and preserve the security and safety of its citizens and residents on its territory.

Similarly, the Arab League condemned the continued Houthi militia attacks on Saudi Arabia.

The League stated in a press release that the continuation of these attacks represents a dangerous and unacceptable escalation, a violation of the Kingdom’s sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity, and a threat to civilian safety, which could increase tensions and threaten the security and stability of the region.

It renewed its full solidarity with the Kingdom and its support for the measures it takes to protect its security, sovereignty, and the safety of its citizens and residents on its territory.

The League emphasized that the security of the Kingdom is an integral part of Arab national security, calling for an immediate halt to these attacks, avoidance of further escalation, respect for the Kingdom’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and adherence to the rules of international law.