ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday strongly condemned Houthi attacks targeting civilian and energy facilities in Saudi Arabia, reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering support for the Kingdom.
The prime minister said the attacks were a threat to innocent lives as well as regional peace and security. He expressed solidarity with Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and the Saudi people.
Prime Minister Shehbaz reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the attacks.
The attacks targeted civilian and economic facilities in Saudi Arabia’s southern cities, including Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran. Saudi authorities said 73 civilians, including women and children, were injured.
Saudi Arabia also reported fires and temporary disruptions at some energy facilities following the attacks.
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