The United Nations Security Council has issued a statement condemning recent escalations of Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, an action welcomed by the Kingdom as it reaffirms its right to self-defense under international law. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed gratitude for the council’s solidarity in denouncing attacks that have targeted civilians, airports, and essential infrastructure, alongside threats to maritime navigation in the Red Sea and the Bab Al-Mandab Strait.
On October 10 and 11, the Security Council specifically condemned attacks on King Khalid International Airport, which reportedly resulted in casualties. Additional attacks on other Saudi airports and facilities belonging to Saudi Aramco were also denounced. In response, council members extended their condolences to the victims’ families and urged the Houthis to cease military escalations and assaults on civilian infrastructure.
The Security Council underscored the importance of fully implementing Resolution 2216, adopted in 2015, and other related resolutions. It called for enhanced international cooperation to prevent the supply of weapons, military equipment, funding, training, and technical assistance to the Houthis, emphasizing collaboration with Yemen’s internationally recognized government.
Further condemning Houthi threats against commercial shipping, the council stressed protecting vessels, their crews, and international maritime navigation in the Red Sea and the Bab Al-Mandab Strait. It reiterated support for Yemen’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, backing the efforts of UN Special Envoy Hans Grundberg in seeking a comprehensive political settlement in Yemen.
