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Pakistan condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports
Shehbaz Sharif pledged continued support for Saudi security after the missile attacks that killed civilians.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Abha International Airport, saying Pakistan stands with Riyadh and will uphold its obligations under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.
Sharif, in a statement posted on X, praised Saudi forces and the coalition for intercepting multiple ballistic missiles and protecting civilians. He urged the Houthi militia to cease its strikes immediately and reaffirmed Islamabad's commitment to the Kingdom's sovereignty, territorial integrity and security.
The prime minister referenced recent decisions by the Strategic Political and Defence Committee of the defence pact, indicating that Pakistan will continue to stand alongside Saudi Arabia against such threats.
Key facts
- Pakistan's prime minister condemned Houthi attacks on Riyadh and Abha airports (dailytimes.com.pk)
- Sharif said Pakistan will uphold its commitments under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (dailytimes.com.pk)
- He praised Saudi forces for intercepting multiple ballistic missiles (dailytimes.com.pk)
Sources
- [1] dailytimes.com.pk — originally reported as “PM Shehbaz condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports”
