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Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and regional responses

Overview

Following Houthi attacks involving ballistic missiles and drones targeting Saudi Arabian cities such as Khamis Mushait, Abha, and Taif, regional actors have expressed solidarity with the Kingdom. In mid-September, Egypt condemned the strikes as a violation of international law, stating that the national security of both Egypt and Saudi Arabia is “interconnected and inseparable.” These attacks occurred alongside shifts in the Yemeni battlefield, including Houthi claims of control over strategic areas like Mayun Island.

By October, support for Saudi Arabia continued to emerge from other regional leaders. Samir Geagea, leader of the Lebanese Forces, expressed support following attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Geagea criticized the Houthi movement for targeting civilian and economic infrastructure despite previous efforts to reach a solution in 2023.

In mid-October, the United Arab Emirates joined the regional condemnation. The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the attacks as a “flagrant violation” of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and reaffirmed its support for measures taken to safeguard the Kingdom’s security and stability. Additionally, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia, offering prayers for the country’s security.

Entities

Saudi Arabia · King Khalid International Airport · Egypt · Houthis · Samir Geagea

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    Sheikh Hamdan expresses solidarity with Saudi Arabia amid attacks

    Sheikh Hamdan and the UAE have expressed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, condemning recent attacks and praying for the Kingdom's security and stability.

  2. [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Samir Geagea expresses support for Saudi Arabia after airport attacks

    Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia following attacks on King Khalid International Airport, condemning Houthi actions in the region.

  3. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Egypt pledges solidarity with Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks

    Egypt expressed full solidarity with Saudi Arabia following Houthi missile and drone attacks that injured 13 civilians, warning that the security of both nations is interconnected.

Sources

abudhabimagazine.ae · alkuwaitnews.net · alsadaranews.com · dailynewslb.com · dubaicityguide.com · gulfnews.com · okazalyoum.com

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