Netanyahu Condemns Houthi Attack on Riyadh Airport, Calls for Regional Cooperation
Translated & summarized from Cursorinfo by baba
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the Houthi missile attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport, which killed 12 and injured 309. He called for regional countries to unite against threats and ensure security. The Houthi movement claimed responsibility and vowed further retaliation against Saudi Arabia, leading to the airport's temporary closure.
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- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the Houthi attack on Riyadh airport, calling it terrorism.
- The Houthi missile strike on King Khalid International Airport killed 12 people and injured 309.
- The Houthi movement vowed continued reciprocal retaliation against Saudi Arabia.
- Nearly all of Saudi Arabia, except Mecca and Medina, is now threatened by Houthi strikes.
- The attack on October 10 led to the temporary suspension of all flights at Riyadh airport.
- Netanyahu called for strong regional nations to cooperate against threats and ensure security.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strongly condemned the Houthi missile strike on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which resulted in 12 deaths and hundreds of injuries. Speaking on behalf of the people of Israel, Netanyahu offered condolences to the victims' families and wished a speedy recovery to the wounded. He characterized the attack as terrorism aimed at sowing fear and instability, emphasizing the need for a resolute response.
Netanyahu articulated his vision for the region, advocating for strong Middle Eastern nations that collectively confront threats, ensure citizen security, and pursue a future of stability, cooperation, and prosperity for all peoples. This statement follows the Houthi claim of responsibility for the attack on October 10, which targeted passenger terminals 3 and 4, primarily serving domestic flights.
The Houthi movement, also known as Ansar Allah, stated its intention to continue its policy of reciprocal retaliation against Saudi Arabia. A representative indicated that nearly all of the kingdom's territory, excluding the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, is now within range of their strikes. Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation confirmed the casualty figures. Following the attack, the airport ceased all flight operations.
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