The Coalition for Supporting Legitimacy in Yemen has strongly condemned the attack on King Khalid International Airport, describing it as a terrorist act and a complete war crime. According to the Cairo News Channel, the coalition emphasized that the response to the attack will be decisive. The assault on the airport's passenger terminal has raised concerns about the security of Saudi airspace and the potential for escalating tensions in the region.
The Houthi militia, backed by Iran, has been escalating its missile attacks on Saudi Arabia, posing a growing threat to the kingdom's security. The coalition's statement comes amid reports that the Houthis have been increasing their military activities in the region. The attack on King Khalid International Airport has resulted in significant damage and casualties, with 12 people killed and 309 injured, according to the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority.
The victims of the attack included citizens from various countries, including Saudi Arabia, Bangladesh, the United States, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Palestine, and Sudan. The Saudi Civil Aviation Authority provided the details of the casualties, which has sparked international concern and condemnation. The attack has been widely denounced, with many countries expressing their solidarity with Saudi Arabia.
In a related development, the coalition announced that it had intercepted and destroyed a ballistic missile launched by the Houthi militia towards the Saudi province of Al-Kharj, which is part of the Riyadh region. The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges facing Saudi Arabia and the importance of international cooperation to address these threats.
The Jordanian Foreign Ministry confirmed that one of its citizens was killed and four others injured in the attack on King Khalid International Airport. The ministry's statement expressed condolences to the families of the victims and emphasized the need for calm and restraint in the face of such attacks. The incident has sparked concerns about the potential for further escalation and its impact on regional stability.
The Chairman of the Yemeni Leadership Council has strongly condemned the Houthi attack on King Khalid International Airport, expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its people. The council's statement emphasized the need for international cooperation to address the security challenges facing the region and to prevent further attacks.
The British Maritime Trade Operations (BMTO) has reported that an oil tanker was targeted with an unknown projectile in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident highlights the ongoing security concerns in the region and the need for vigilance and cooperation among international partners to address these threats.
Key points
- The coalition forces have vowed to respond firmly to the attack on King Khalid International Airport.
- The attack on the airport resulted in 12 deaths and 309 injuries, according to the Saudi Civil Aviation Authority.
- The Houthi militia has been escalating its missile attacks on Saudi Arabia, posing a growing threat to the kingdom's security.
