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Qatar Condemns Houthi Attacks
Qatar’s Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani has condemned recent Houthi attacks targeting civilian and commercial sites in southern Saudi Arabia. His remarks came during a telephone conversation with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan, as both sides discussed the latest regional developments and diplomatic efforts aimed at reducing tensions.
Doha Reaffirms Support for Saudi Arabia
During the call, Qatar reaffirmed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for measures taken to protect the Kingdom’s sovereignty, security and territorial integrity. Doha also emphasized that Saudi Arabia’s security is an integral part of the collective security of Gulf Cooperation Council states, highlighting the wider regional significance of the attacks.
73 Civilians Reportedly Injured
Saudi authorities said Houthi attacks this week affected the southern cities of Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran, with 73 civilians reportedly injured, including women and children. Some energy facilities also temporarily halted operations following the strikes, adding to concerns over the potential impact on civilian and economic infrastructure.
Qatar Calls for International Action
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry had already condemned the attacks and described them as a violation of Saudi sovereignty and international law. Doha called on the international community to take a firm position against such attacks and urged full implementation of relevant UN Security Council resolutions concerning Yemen and the security of navigation in the Red Sea.
Saudi-Led Coalition Warns of Response
The Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen described the latest Houthi attacks as a dangerous escalation. The coalition said it would take measures to protect Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, civilians and national assets. The developments have increased concerns that the latest escalation could further destabilize an already fragile regional security environment.
Yemen Conflict Shows Signs of Renewed Escalation
Fighting between the Houthis and forces aligned with Yemen’s internationally recognized government has intensified in recent weeks. The renewed violence has raised fears of a return to a wider conflict after a UN-brokered truce in 2022 largely halted years of direct fighting. The Houthis control Sanaa and large parts of northern Yemen.
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Red Sea and Gulf Security Under Pressure
The Houthis declared a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia in July and have since increased attacks targeting the Kingdom and vessels operating in the Red Sea, according to the report. Coalition-backed Yemeni government forces have also launched offensives against Houthi-held areas on several fronts. Qatar’s latest diplomatic engagement with Saudi Arabia underscores growing efforts among Gulf states to contain the escalation and protect regional security and maritime stability.
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