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The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Prince Faisal bin Farhan held a phone call with Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday to discuss a series of Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed condemned the assaults and voiced the UAE’s complete solidarity with Saudi Arabia. He also reaffirmed support for any actions the Kingdom might take to secure its territory and protect its citizens. The two ministers reviewed the latest developments in the region and their potential effects on neighboring countries.
According to the ministry’s statement, the conversation highlighted joint Saudi-Emirati efforts to counter the threats posed by the Houthi group. The attacks have disrupted operations at one of Saudi Arabia’s busiest airports and raised concerns about civilian safety. Al Arabiya English reported that the strikes over recent days have claimed more than a dozen lives and injured over 300 people.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs had previously issued statements on October 9 and October 12 condemning similar Houthi actions that killed Saudi nationals and other residents. Those statements described the attacks as a flagrant violation of Saudi sovereignty and a direct threat to stability in the Gulf. The ministry extended condolences to affected families and called for the swift recovery of the injured in each case.
Prince Faisal bin Farhan has conducted parallel discussions with other international partners, including Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan, who similarly denounced the targeting of civilians. These calls demonstrate a growing chorus of regional and international backing for Saudi Arabia’s position. The Saudi foreign ministry noted that all parties stressed the importance of preserving security amid escalating tensions originating from Yemen.
Further details from Asharq Al-Awsat indicate that the Houthi militia has repeatedly targeted Saudi airports in the past week, forcing authorities to extend suspension of flights at the King Khalid facility. The airport serves as a critical hub for both commercial and private aviation in the capital. Officials are working to restore normalcy while bolstering defenses against further incursions.
The ongoing conflict dynamics between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition have seen periodic spikes in violence despite past ceasefire attempts. Saudi Arabia continues to advocate for a comprehensive political solution in Yemen while maintaining robust security protocols. Data from regional monitors suggest that civilian infrastructure has increasingly become a focal point in these exchanges.
