Houthis Condemned for Targeting Saudi Civilians after Foiled Attacks

Saudi Arabia's Abha International Airport. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Arabia's Abha International Airport. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Houthis Condemned for Targeting Saudi Civilians after Foiled Attacks

Saudi Arabia's Abha International Airport. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Saudi Arabia's Abha International Airport. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

Arab countries and Islamic organizations have denounced the Iran-backed Houthi militias’ recent targeting of civilians in Saudi Arabia.

The Saudi-led Arab coalition fighting in Yemen intercepted and destroyed a bomb-laden drone at Saudi Arabia's Abha International Airport and a remotely controlled boat loaded with explosives in the south of the Red Sea both launched by Houthi militias in Yemen.

Egypt has condemned the attempted attack aimed at Abha airport.

In a statement, Egypt’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs extended its support for the Saudi measures to protect its national security.

The UAE also condemned the Houthi terrorist militia's attempt to target the Saudi airport.

In a statement released by its Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, it reiterated its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia against all threats to civilians, affirming its support for all measures taken by Saudi authorities to preserve the safety and security of its citizens and residents.

The ministry underlined that the security of the UAE and that of Saudi Arabia are indivisible, and any threat facing the Kingdom is considered a threat to the security and stability of the UAE.

"The continuation of such attacks demonstrates the danger the Houthi coup poses to the region and further illustrates this militias’ aim to undermine regional security and stability," it added.

Bahrain and Afghanistan also condemned the attack.

Muslim World League (MWL) chief, Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa said that the terrorist acts are revealing further the militias’ terrorist identity from which the Yemeni people have suffered and continue to suffer in terms of their security, freedom and stability.

The Arab Parliament also denounced the attack.

In a statement, Mishaal bin Fahm al-Salmi, Speaker of the Cairo-based group, said that attacking the international airport, that is used by thousands of people of different nationalities every day, requires urgent international intervention to sue the Houthi group for its "terrorist acts."



Saudi Arabia Implemented $7.1-Billion-Worth Projects to Support Children

KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. SPA
KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. SPA
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Saudi Arabia Implemented $7.1-Billion-Worth Projects to Support Children

KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. SPA
KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. SPA

Saudi Arabia actively marks World Children's Day, observed on November 20 every year, through a range of projects and initiatives carried out by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), which is dedicated to supporting children and promoting their well-being worldwide.

Since its establishment, KSrelief has implemented 3,117 projects across 105 countries, totaling over $7.1 billion. Among these, 965 projects were valued at over $924 million, specifically focusing on enhancing the living conditions of children and their families, alleviating their suffering and ensuring access to education in safe and healthy environments.

One significant project by the center is the rehabilitation and reintegration of children recruited and affected by the armed conflict in Yemen, which aims to support child soldiers in their journey back to society.

The project has positively impacted 530 children and 60,560 family members. It entails facilitating the children's integration into their communities, enrolling them in schools, and offering vital psychological and social support through targeted training courses, helping them to lead normal, fulfilling lives.
KSrelief is a key supporter of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), significantly contributing to the delivery of health services and nutrition programs for newborns and their mothers. The center also plays a crucial role in supporting educational initiatives and ensuring the continuity of education in crisis and disaster-affected areas.