UN Security Council Strongly Condemns Houthi Attacks On Saudi Arabia And Red Sea Shipping

Denouncing Reckless Strikes On Civilian Aviation

Members of the United Nations Security Council issued a unanimous statement on Friday strongly condemning the escalating Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia. Released by the Security Council president in New York, the declaration denounced the militia's targeting of civil aviation and vital energy infrastructure. Council members specifically highlighted the reckless October 10 and 11 strikes on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which caused civilian deaths and injuries. The council also condemned multiple Houthi strikes targeting other regional airports and Saudi Aramco facilities across the Kingdom. Members extended their sincere condolences to the victims' families and the Saudi government while wishing a speedy recovery to all injured civilians.

Enforcing Arms Embargoes And Protecting Maritime Trade

Furthermore, the Security Council reiterated its strongest condemnation of ongoing Houthi attacks and threats against commercial vessels in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Council members stressed the urgent necessity of fully implementing UN Security Council Resolution 2216 of 2015 and subsequent arms embargo resolutions. They called for practical international cooperation with the Yemeni government to block the Houthis from acquiring weapons, financing, and military training. The Security Council affirmed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and recognized the Kingdom's inherent right to self-defense under international law. Finally, members demanded an immediate halt to Houthi military escalation and reaffirmed support for UN Special Envoy Hans Grundberg's peace efforts. Follow international diplomatic responses supporting the Kingdom's security and sovereignty. Read more global affairs coverage on Marhaba Saudi.