Saudi Arabia welcomes UN condemnation of Houthi attacks, reaffirms right to self-defense
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia welcomed the UN Security Council’s condemnation of recent Houthi missile attacks against the Kingdom and commercial shipping, while reaffirming its right to take necessary measures to defend its territory, citizens and infrastructure.
In a statement on Sunday, the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on the international community to take a firm stand against actions that threaten regional security, maritime navigation and international trade, and undermine efforts to reach peace in Yemen.
The statement followed a condemnation issued by UN Security Council members on Friday over Houthi missile attacks targeting Saudi Arabia since July 13 and commercial vessels since July 22.
The Kingdom said it welcomed the Council’s emphasis on compliance with international law and relevant UN resolutions, particularly Resolution 2216, as well as its support for Yemen’s sovereignty, unity, independence and territorial integrity.
