Riyadh:An attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, resulted in 12 civilian deaths and hundreds of injuries, drawing widespread condemnation from Arab and international communities.
According to Qatar News Agency, the United Arab Emirates denounced the attack by the Houthis, calling it a violation of Saudi sovereignty and a threat to its security. The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia and supported measures to protect the kingdom's stability.
In Iraq, the government condemned the attack, highlighting the resulting casualties and material damage. Spokesman Sabah Al Numan emphasized Iraq's rejection of military escalations, especially those targeting civilians, and called for dialogue over violence.
Syria's government criticized the attack as a breach of Saudi sovereignty, with the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressing full support for Saudi Arabia's efforts to safeguard its security and stability. The ministry urged the international community to take action against threats to regional security.
Lebanon's Ministry of Foreign Affairs also condemned the attack, describing it as a violation of international law and an affront to Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and safety.
The Palestinian presidency joined in condemning the attack, calling it a grave violation of international laws and expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia in countering threats to its security.
European leaders also responded, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul both condemning the attack. Von der Leyen called for an end to the violence, while Wadephul's condemnation was shared on social media.
In the UK, Wes Streeting described the attack as a dangerous escalation and condemned the pattern of Houthi attacks targeting civilian sites in Saudi Arabia.