Amman:Jordan has welcomed a statement by the UN Security Council that condemns attacks by the Houthi militia on Saudi Arabia. These attacks have targeted civilians, civilian objects, airports, and energy infrastructure, posing ongoing threats to maritime navigation in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait.
According to Jordan News Agency, the Ministry of Foreign and Expatriates Affairs highlighted the significance of the UN statement, emphasizing the necessity for the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 2216 from 2015 and subsequent related resolutions. The ministry also called for stronger international cooperation to prevent the Houthi militia from acquiring weapons and support.
The ministry reiterated Jordan's condemnation of the Houthi attacks, labeling them as a blatant violation of Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and a threat to its security and stability. This was described as a clear breach of international law and the UN Charter.
Furthermore, the ministry affirmed Jordan's steadfast solidarity with Saudi Arabia, expressing support for all the measures the Kingdom undertakes to protect its security, sovereignty, stability, national resources, and the safety of its citizens and residents.