Accra:The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia has expressed its approval of the United Nations Security Council's presidential statement condemning the terrorist Houthi militia's attacks on the Kingdom. These attacks have targeted civilian infrastructure, airports, and energy facilities, while also posing threats to navigation in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the Kingdom emphasized the importance of adhering to the statement's provisions, particularly the full implementation of Security Council resolution 2216 (2015) and subsequent resolutions. The statement calls for practical cooperation to prevent the Houthi group from acquiring weapons and other support.

Saudi Arabia appreciated the solidarity shown by Security Council members in response to the attacks targeting its civilians and civilian objects. The Kingdom reaffirmed its right under international law to take all necessary measures to defend its security and protect its citizens and residents.