Qatar condemns Houthi targeting of Taif: a blatant violation of Saudi sovereignty

- Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The security of the Kingdom is an integral part of Qatar’s security and the Gulf security system

Qatar strongly condemned the Houthi group’s targeting of the Taif province in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with a drone. The death of one person, injuries to two others, and material damage to several buildings and vehicles resulted from the drone’s fragments after it was intercepted.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that these attacks constitute a reprehensible aggressive behavior, an unacceptable disregard for civilian lives, a blatant violation of the sovereignty of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and a clear breach of international law.

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The Ministry reaffirmed Qatar’s full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its steadfast support for the Kingdom in all legitimate measures it takes to safeguard its sovereignty, security, territorial integrity, and interests. It stressed that the security of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is an inseparable part of Qatar’s security and the collective security system of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states.

The Ministry expressed Qatar’s condolences to the family of the deceased and wished the injured a speedy recovery, praying to God Almighty to protect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its brotherly people from all harm.