Pakistan Backs Saudi Arabia as Shehbaz Condemns Houthi Attacks in Saudi Arabia

Shafaqna Pakistan: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned Houthi attacks on civilian and energy facilities in Saudi Arabia that reportedly injured 73 people across several cities.

The strikes, carried out by Yemen’s Houthi targeted areas including Abha, Khamis Mushait, Najran and Jazan, with women and children among those reportedly wounded.

In a post on X, Shehbaz described the attacks as cowardly and reprehensible, saying they endangered innocent lives and posed a serious threat to regional peace and security.

The prime minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its leadership, expressing support for King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. He reiterated Pakistan’s commitment to the Kingdom’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.

The attacks came as Houthi forces targeted several Saudi locations, with civilian and economic facilities among the sites affected. The reported injuries included women and children, adding to the impact of the strikes on populated areas.

Shehbaz Sharif said attacks of this nature threatened not only the safety of innocent people but also regional peace and security. He reiterated Pakistan’s solidarity with the Saudi people, describing them as a brotherly nation, while reaffirming Islamabad’s continued support for the Kingdom in protecting its sovereignty and security.

The prime minister also offered prayers for the swift recovery of all those injured in the attacks.

Source: Dunya News

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