Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia condemn Houthi attacks

Four countries condemn Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia

Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have strongly condemned what they described as hostile attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group against Saudi Arabia.

In a joint statement issued on Sunday, the four countries condemned attacks targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which resulted in civilian deaths and injuries and caused damage to civilian infrastructure.

The countries said the attacks violated international law and posed a direct threat to Saudi Arabia’s security and stability.

They also warned that the strikes endangered civilian lives and could further increase tensions across the region.

The four countries stressed that such actions “cannot be justified or accepted under any pretext”.

Riyadh airport attack raises security concerns

The joint statement followed a deadly attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday.

According to Saudi authorities, the death toll rose to 13 after an injured Indian national died on Sunday. A total of 309 people were reported injured in the attack. The strike also damaged airport facilities, raising further concerns about the safety of civilian infrastructure.

King Khalid International Airport is a major transport hub serving domestic and international passengers. An attack on such a facility can put travellers and airport staff at risk and disrupt transport operations.

The incident has added to concerns about regional security, as further attacks on important facilities could cause additional casualties and disruption.

Attacks described as a dangerous escalation

In their joint statement, the four countries described the attacks as a “dangerous escalation”.

They said the strikes threatened Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as the safety of its citizens and residents. The countries also warned that the attacks could have wider consequences for regional and international peace and security.

They called for an immediate and unconditional end to the attacks, urging the Houthis to stop actions that threaten civilian lives and important infrastructure. The statement reflected a shared position among the four countries on the need to prevent further attacks and reduce the risk of a wider regional crisis.

Pakistan and allies reaffirm support for Saudi Arabia

Türkiye, Egypt and Pakistan reaffirmed their solidarity with Saudi Arabia following the attacks.

The four countries said they supported all legitimate measures taken by the Kingdom to counter the attacks, deter further threats and prevent similar incidents from happening again. They said such measures should protect Saudi Arabia’s security, sovereignty and territorial integrity, along with the safety of its citizens and residents.

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The statement also held the Houthi group “fully accountable” for the consequences of the attacks and any further repercussions that could threaten regional and international peace and security. The countries stressed that preventing further violence was essential to protecting civilians and maintaining regional stability.

Four countries demand an immediate halt to attacks

The four countries demanded an “immediate and unconditional” end to the Houthi attacks.

Their statement made clear that they considered the strikes unacceptable and warned of the risks they posed to civilian safety and regional security. The demand came after the airport attack caused a significant loss of life and left hundreds of people injured, according to Saudi authorities.

The countries also stressed the importance of protecting civilian facilities and respecting international law. However, the joint statement did not announce any specific new military measures or provide details about additional steps the countries might take.

What the joint statement means for regional security

The joint condemnation shows that Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have presented a united position against attacks on Saudi territory.

Their statement focuses on protecting civilians, defending Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and preventing further strikes. The demand for an immediate halt also reflects concern that continued attacks could deepen instability across the region.

The impact of the statement will depend on whether the attacks stop and whether diplomatic or security efforts can prevent further incidents. For now, the four countries have made their position clear: attacks that endanger civilians and damage civilian infrastructure must stop.