FO condemns Houthis attacks on Saudi Arabia

By Our Diplomatic Correspondent

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan on Monday strongly condemned recent drone attacks launched by Houthis towards Asir region in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Calling for immediate cessation of such attacks, the Foreign Office Spokesperson in a press release said, these attacks not only violated the territorial integrity of the Kingdom but also threatened the lives of innocent people. “Pakistan reaffirms its full support and solidarity with the brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia against any threats to its security and territorial integrity,” it was reiterated.Meanwhile on Monday, the Arab coalition said that the Saudi Arabian air defense has intercepted and destroyed an explosive-laden drone launched by the terrorist Houthis militia towards Khamis Mushait.The coalition said it thwarted all hostile Houthi attempts aimed at targeting civilians and civilian objects.
Adding that the coalition is taking all operational measures to protect civilians from such attacks.