Islamabad: Speaker of the National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has condemned the recent attack by the Houthi militia on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which resulted in the loss of 12 civilian lives and left hundreds injured. The attack claimed the lives of four Saudi nationals and citizens from Palestine, Bangladesh, Syria, the United States, Egypt, Jordan, and Sudan. Sadiq extended condolences on behalf of himself and the Parliament of Pakistan to the bereaved families and the affected nations.

According to the National Assembly of Pakistan, the Speaker expressed his condolences to the leadership and people of Saudi Arabia and other affected countries. He prayed for the deceased and wished for a swift recovery for those injured. He highlighted the threat such acts of violence pose to regional peace and stability, stressing the need to prevent further incidents.

Sardar Ayaz Sadiq labeled the attack on civilians and critical infrastructure a grave violation of international law and emphasized the importance of ending such violence to maintain regional stability. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia, citing the strong fraternal ties between the two nations and Pakistan’s commitment to defending Saudi sovereignty and security.

Deputy Speaker Syed Ghulam Mustafa Shah also condemned the attack, offering condolences and prayers for the victims. He highlighted the necessity of collaborative efforts to ensure peace and security in the region.