Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the Houthi attacks targeting civilian areas and critical energy infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, describing the strikes as “cowardly” and reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kingdom’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, Sharif said Pakistan stood in full solidarity with King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the people of Saudi Arabia in the face of the latest escalation.
“Such dastardly attacks threaten innocent lives as well as regional peace and security,” the prime minister said, while expressing his concern over the casualties and praying for the speedy recovery of those injured.
The attacks reportedly targeted the southern Saudi cities of Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran. Saudi authorities said 73 people were injured, including women and children. The strikes also triggered fires at several energy facilities and temporarily disrupted operations at some sites.
The Iran-aligned Houthi movement claimed responsibility for the attacks, saying it had launched a series of missiles and drones against what it described as military and economic targets inside Saudi Arabia.
Saudi authorities have characterised the latest escalation as a serious threat to the Kingdom, stressing that necessary measures would be taken to safeguard Saudi territory, protect civilians and secure critical infrastructure.
The attacks come amid renewed fighting in Yemen and heightened tensions across the wider Middle East, intensifying concerns over the security of vital energy infrastructure and strategic shipping routes in the region.
Pakistan has consistently reaffirmed its support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and has called for restraint, dialogue and efforts aimed at restoring regional peace and stability.
The latest developments are likely to further sharpen international concerns over the widening security risks facing the Gulf region and the potential impact of escalating hostilities on global energy supplies and maritime trade.
