Arab and international outrage over Houthi militia attacks on King Khalid Airport... widespread solidarity with Saudi Arabia
- Demands for an immediate halt to attacks, protection of civilians and critical infrastructure, and accountability for perpetrators and their supporters
Arab and international condemnations have followed the attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, with reaffirmations of solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, rejection of attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure, and calls to de-escalate tensions and respect international law.
The Kingdom of Bahrain expressed its strong condemnation and rejection of the continued assaults launched by the Iran-backed Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia, considering the renewed attack on King Khalid International Airport a serious escalation and an extension of the strike on the same airport two days prior.
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The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed that these attacks constitute a blatant violation of international law, international humanitarian law, and the UN Charter, posing a threat to regional security, international civil aviation, and the safety of passengers and crews. They also represent a breach of the Chicago Convention and resolutions of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
Bahrain emphasized its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures taken to protect the Kingdom’s sovereignty, security, stability, citizens, and residents on its territory, affirming that the security of Saudi Arabia is an integral part of the security of Bahrain and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states.
Bahrain also called on the UN Security Council, ICAO, and the international community to take firm and deterrent measures to stop the repeated Houthi attacks on civilians, infrastructure, and airports, and to hold perpetrators and their supporters accountable, ensuring the implementation of relevant resolutions, particularly Resolutions 2216 and 2817.
In Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates strongly condemned the attacks launched by Houthi militias on King Khalid International Airport, which resulted in the deaths of 12 people of various nationalities and injured hundreds of civilians.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed that the attacks constitute a blatant violation of Saudi sovereignty and a threat to its security and stability, reiterating the UAE’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its support for all measures aimed at preserving its security and stability.
In Beirut, Lebanon strongly condemned the targeting of the airport, affirming its rejection of any infringement on Saudi sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity, and its full solidarity with the Kingdom, standing by its side in the face of any attack targeting its security and the safety of its citizens and residents.
The Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates emphasized that targeting critical infrastructure and civilians constitutes a violation of international law and international humanitarian law.
In Baghdad, the Iraqi government strongly condemned the attack on the airport that resulted in civilian casualties. Spokesman for the Prime Minister, Sabah al-Nuaiman, stated that the attack poses a threat to regional security and stability.
The Iraqi government affirmed its rejection of all forms of military escalation, particularly those affecting civilians and civilian infrastructure, calling for a comprehensive halt to military operations and sparing civilians and peoples from their repercussions.
The Palestinian Presidency also condemned the attack, affirming that targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure constitutes a serious violation of international law and international humanitarian law, and an unacceptable assault on Saudi Arabia’s security, sovereignty, and stability.
It reaffirmed the full solidarity of the State of Palestine with Saudi Arabia, its leadership, and its people, emphasizing that any infringement on the Kingdom’s security represents an attack on the security and stability of the region, and called for a clear and firm international position rejecting attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure.
In Moscow, the Russian Foreign Ministry condemned the attack on Riyadh airport, calling for restraint in targeting civilian facilities and reaffirming Russia’s position that crises in the Middle East must be resolved through political and diplomatic means to help contain tensions and avoid further escalation.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen also strongly condemned the attack, expressing the European Union’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its people, and characterizing the strikes as a serious escalation that threatens to push the region toward greater violence and destabilize vital transport and energy hubs, urging an immediate halt.
Pakistan likewise condemned the attack, describing it as a blatant violation of international law and a threat to regional security and peace, and stressing that targeting civilians and critical infrastructure is unacceptable and must stop immediately.
Islamabad emphasized its solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its support for the kingdom’s right to defend its territory and protect its people, cities, and critical infrastructure.
In Paris, France condemned the attack on King Khalid International Airport, reaffirming its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its support for the kingdom in defending its territory and facilities.
Turkey also strongly condemned the attack, reiterating its support for Saudi sovereignty and territorial integrity, and stressing that targeting civilian infrastructure and civilians constitutes a blatant violation of international law and the principles of international humanitarian law.
The Presidency of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq condemned the attack, expressing full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and emphasizing the need to protect civilians, halt escalation, and safeguard the region’s security and stability.
India also condemned the repeated attacks on the airport, stating that targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure is unacceptable and must stop immediately, while Switzerland called for de-escalation and respect for the rules of international humanitarian law, particularly those concerning the protection of civilians and civilian infrastructure.
In Kuala Lumpur, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim unequivocally condemned the attack, reaffirming his country’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its people, rejecting the targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure, and calling for diplomacy and reason to prevail to prevent the conflict from widening.
