The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Al-Azhar have strongly condemned the attack on an electrical infrastructure in Medina, Saudi Arabia, attributed to the Houthis. In separate statements, they reiterated Egypt's total rejection of this "flagrant violation" and the persistence of attacks and attempts to compromise the security and stability of the Kingdom. This attack is considered a dangerous escalation that increases tensions in the entire region.
The Egyptian government has expressed its full solidarity with all measures taken by the Kingdom to preserve its stability and integrity. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that the security of Saudi Arabia is an integral part of Arab national security and is closely linked to Egypt's national security. Egypt opposes any attempts to undermine Saudi Arabian security and sovereignty.
Al-Azhar, the seat of the highest authority of Sunni Islam, also condemned the attack with the "greatest firmness." They stressed that targeting Medina, a city considered sacred by Muslims, constitutes a provocation against the feelings of Muslims worldwide. Al-Azhar reaffirmed its full solidarity with the Kingdom and its total opposition to any actions that threaten its security and territorial integrity.
The Saudi Arabian government has accused the Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, of targeting a civilian infrastructure that supplies electricity to the Prophet's Mosque in Medina. The Arab League has denounced a "dangerous escalation" as the Houthis have intensified their attacks against Saudi Arabia since their offensive against Yemeni government forces supported by Riyadh.
The conflict in Yemen has led to an increase in tensions between Saudi Arabia and the Houthi rebels. The Saudi-led coalition has intercepted several missiles and drones in southern Saudi Arabia in recent days. The Houthis have also reported explosions in Sanaa, the capital city of Yemen.
Medina, along with Mecca, is one of the two holiest cities in Islam, as it houses the tomb of the Prophet Muhammad. Any attack on the city's infrastructure is considered a serious threat to regional stability and security. Egypt's condemnation of the attack reaffirms its commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region.
The Egyptian government's stance on the issue reflects its strategic relationship with Saudi Arabia and its commitment to regional security. Egypt's solidarity with Saudi Arabia is also driven by a shared concern about the spread of extremist groups and the destabilizing influence of Iran in the region.
Key points
- Egypt condemns Houthi attack on Medina infrastructure, reaffirms commitment to Saudi Arabian security and stability.
- Al-Azhar and Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issue separate statements condemning the attack.
- Egypt and Saudi Arabia share a strategic relationship, with Egypt supporting Saudi Arabian efforts to counter Houthi aggression.
