Dar condemns Houthi attack in Red Sea after 3 Pakistanis killed, says in contact with Saudi, Yemen authorities

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has strongly condemned a recent Houthi attack on a commercial vessel in the Red Sea, an incident that claimed the lives of three Pakistani nationals. The attack targeted the Tanzania-flagged vessel Tihamah, also causing injuries among its crew and the death of an Indonesian sailor.

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We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.

In a statement posted on X, Dar confirmed that Islamabad is actively engaging with relevant Saudi and Yemeni authorities to gather further details about the incident. He also reported that one Pakistani national sustained injuries during the attack. "We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families," Dar stated, emphasizing Pakistan's firm stance against such actions.

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Pakistan strongly condemns the Houthi attack on a non-combatant commercial vessel.

"Pakistan strongly condemns the Houthi attack on a non-combatant commercial vessel," Dar declared. He further elaborated on the severe implications of such assaults, noting that they "endanger innocent lives, constitute a violation of international law, and pose a serious threat to freedom of navigation, maritime security, and the safety of commercial shipping in the Red Sea."

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Such attacks endanger innocent lives, constitute a violation of international law, and pose a serious threat to freedom of navigation, maritime security, and the safety of commercial shipping in the Red Sea.