The Arab League has strongly condemned the continued attacks by the Houthi militia on Saudi Arabia. In a statement, the League expressed its utmost disapproval of the recent escalation of violence, which has targeted several cities and civilian facilities. The League also denounced attempts to target the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, emphasizing that any disrespect to Islamic sanctities and their sanctum would be extremely provocative to Muslims worldwide.
The Arab League stressed that the ongoing attacks and their expanding scope, including targeting civil aviation facilities and putting the safety of travelers and workers at risk, constitute a blatant violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and a clear breach of international law and the UN Charter. The League reiterated its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its support for the country's measures to protect its territory, sovereignty, and the security of its citizens, residents, and pilgrims.
The League emphasized that the continued escalation by the Houthi militia would prolong the Yemeni crisis and threaten the security of neighboring countries and international waterways. The League reiterated its support for the legitimate Yemeni government and efforts to reach a comprehensive and sustainable political settlement based on agreed-upon references, which would preserve Yemen's sovereignty, unity, independence, and territorial integrity.
The Arab League's condemnation comes after a series of attacks by the Houthi militia on Saudi airports and cities. The attacks have resulted in injuries and damage to civilian infrastructure. The League's statement was released on Tuesday, 06 October 2026, at 05:19 PM.
The Arab League's Secretary-General has previously denounced similar attacks, emphasizing the need for the international community to take a firm stance against such aggression. The League has consistently supported Saudi Arabia's right to defend its territory and citizens against such attacks.
The conflict in Yemen has been ongoing since 2015, with the Houthi militia, backed by Iran, fighting against the Saudi-backed Yemeni government. The conflict has resulted in significant humanitarian suffering and infrastructure damage. The Arab League has consistently called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
The League's condemnation of the Houthi militia's attacks is a clear indication of its commitment to supporting its member states and promoting regional stability. The League has urged the international community to take a firm stance against such aggression and to support efforts to reach a peaceful resolution to the Yemeni conflict.
Key points
- The Arab League condemns Houthi militia's continued attacks on Saudi Arabia
- The attacks have targeted cities and civilian facilities, including holy cities
- The League supports Saudi Arabia's right to defend its territory and citizens
