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GCC Condemns Houthi Missile Attack on Saudi Arabia
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GCC Condemns Houthi Missile Attack on Saudi Arabia

From Asharq Al-Awsat · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) condemned a Houthi ballistic missile attack on Saudi Arabia's Southern Region.
  • GCC Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi called the attack a violation of international law and a threat to civilian safety.
  • The GCC affirmed that Saudi Arabia's security is integral to the security of all member states.

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has issued a strong condemnation of a recent terrorist attack involving ballistic missiles launched by Houthi rebels targeting Saudi Arabia's Southern Region. The attack, which occurred on Monday, was denounced by the GCC as a flagrant violation of both international law and international humanitarian law.

The cowardly attack is a flagrant violation of international law and international humanitarian law.

โ€” Jasem AlbudaiwiDescribing the Houthi missile attack on Saudi Arabia.

GCC Secretary General Jasem Albudaiwi characterized the assault as a "cowardly attack," emphasizing that it reflects the Houthi militia's persistent efforts to undermine regional security and stability. He further stated that the attack threatens the safety of civilians and critical installations. Albudaiwi urged the international community to adopt a firm and deterrent stance to halt such hostile practices and ensure accountability for those responsible.

It reflects the Houthi militiaโ€™s insistence on undermining security and stability and threatening the safety of civilians and installations.

โ€” Jasem AlbudaiwiExplaining the Houthi militia's motives behind the attack.

Underscoring the solidarity among its members, the GCC declared that the security of Saudi Arabia is intrinsically linked to the security of all GCC member states. The council affirmed its unwavering support for the Kingdom in all measures it undertakes to safeguard its security, maintain stability, and protect the lives of its citizens and residents.

He called for a โ€œfirm and deterrent international stance to put an end to its hostile practices and ensure those responsible are held accountable.โ€

โ€” Jasem AlbudaiwiUrging international action against the Houthi militia.
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Originally published by Asharq Al-Awsat in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.