Pakistan strongly condemns launch of ballistic missile by Houthis towards Riyadh

ISLAMABAD, Dec 07 (SABAH): Pakistan has strongly condemned the launch of ballistic missile by Houthis towards Riyadh that was aimed against civilians and their infrastructure.

In a statement on Tuesday, Foreign Office Spokesperson Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said successful interception of the ballistic missile by the Royal Saudi Air Defence prevented loss of innocent lives and is commendable. He said such attacks not only violate international law but also threaten peace and security of Saudi Arabia and the region.

The Spokesperson said Pakistan calls for the immediate cessation of these attacks. He said Pakistan reaffirms its full support and solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia against any threats to its security and territorial integrity.