The Maldivian government has strongly condemned attacks by the Houthi group on Abha International Airport and King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia on 6 and 7 October.
In a statement, the Foreign Ministry said the attacks caused loss of life, injuries and damage to facilities. It called them a blatant violation of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and a serious threat to regional peace and security.
Maldives extended condolences to the families of those killed and wished the injured a speedy recovery. It reaffirmed solidarity with Saudi Arabia and support for measures to protect the kingdom’s sovereignty and security.
Saudi authorities reported three civilians injured and 36 people affected overall.
