International Reactions to the Strike on the Saudi Capital's Aviation
Several prominent European and regional figures issued firm statements on Sunday. They condemned the military incident that targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which has been blamed on Houthi forces.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the urgent need to stop attacks targeting civilians. She stated that the European bloc stands firmly with Saudi Arabia. Von der Leyen characterized Houthi forces as proxies of Iran. She accused these groups of dragging the region into a spiral of violence while destabilizing the global energy supply chain.
British Defence Minister Wes Streeting described the incident as a dangerous escalation. Speaking on Sky News, the official called the action completely despicable. He explained that the event justifies the ongoing British support provided to Riyadh. This assistance includes air defense systems and in-flight refueling services for aircraft.
British Defence Minister Wes Streeting described
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul published a message on the platform X. He firmly condemned what he labeled as a terrorist act directed against Saudi Arabia and civil aviation. The German official expressed his thoughts for the victims and offered sincere condolences to their loved ones. He emphasized the severe gravity of the incident for the civil aviation sector.
All these reactions highlight the growing concern among Western and regional powers regarding the conflict's impact on critical infrastructure in the Middle East.