Maldives Condemns Houthi Attacks on Saudi Arabia, Calls for Immediate Halt

The Maldivian government has strongly condemned the repeated attacks being launched by the Houthi groups against Saudi Arabia, expressing full solidarity with the kingdom. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Maldives said it condemns in the strongest terms the Houthi attacks using missiles and drones, which it noted are directed at residential areas and offices in Riyadh and southern regions of Saudi Arabia. The government described the attacks as acts that infringe upon Saudi sovereignty and independence, as well as regional security, and are contrary to international laws. The statement highlighted that the general public living in Saudi Arabia is facing danger due to the attacks and warned that instability could arise in the region, leading to a loss of security. It called on the group to immediately cease the ongoing attacks. The Maldives declared that it always stands in complete solidarity with Saudi Arabia and will fully support any measures taken by the kingdom to ensure its sovereignty, the security of the country, the safety of its citizens and all entities residing there, and the protection of the Two Holy Mosques.