Jordan Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Airports That Killed Three, Injured Several
Amman, The Gulf Observer: Jordan has strongly condemned attacks attributed to the Houthi group targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which reportedly killed three people, including a pilot, and injured several others.
In a statement issued on Friday, Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced the attacks as a violation of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, a threat to its security and stability, and a breach of international law and the United Nations Charter.
Ministry spokesperson Fouad Majali reaffirmed Jordan’s absolute solidarity with Saudi Arabia, expressing support for all measures taken by the Kingdom to safeguard its security, stability, resources, and the safety of its citizens and residents.
Majali also extended Jordan’s condolences to the Saudi government and people, as well as the families of those killed, and wished the injured a speedy recovery.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s civil aviation authority confirmed that King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh had been subjected to two attacks.
According to a statement cited by Arab News, the first attack targeted airport facilities, while the second struck an aircraft belonging to Saudi national carrier Saudia.
The attacks resulted in three fatalities, including a pilot, while several Saudi citizens and residents sustained injuries ranging from minor to severe, the authority said.
The injured were immediately transferred to hospitals for necessary medical treatment.
The reported attacks have heightened concerns over the security of critical aviation infrastructure and the safety of civilians in the region, while Jordan’s condemnation underscored its support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
