Maldivian government condemns Houthi attack on Riyadh Airport

In a statement issued regarding the Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure constitutes a clear violation of international law. The Foreign Ministry noted that this attack poses a grave threat to the security and stability of Saudi Arabia as well as the broader region.

The Maldivian government has strongly condemned the attack by Houthi militants targeting King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, reaffirming its solidarity with Saudi Arabia in its efforts to defend the nation.

The Foreign Ministry noted that this attack poses a grave threat to the security and stability of Saudi Arabia as well as the broader region.

Furthermore, the statement assured that the Maldives fully supports any measures taken by Saudi Arabia to safeguard its security and sovereignty, and to ensure the safety of its citizens.

Noting that 12 people were killed and 309 others injured in the attack, the Ministry expressed sincere condolences on behalf of the Maldivian government and its citizens to the Saudi government, its people, and the families of those who lost their lives.

Among the deceased were four Saudi nationals, two Bangladeshis, and one national each from the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine, and Sudan.