Egyptian FM, Arab League chief call Prince Faisal to condemn Houthi attacks

RIYADH — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan received calls from Egypt's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Badr Abdelatty, and Arab League Secretary General Nabil Fahmy on Thursday. Dr. Abdelatty vehemently condemned the attacks on Abha International Airport and Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, emphasizing that such escalations pose a destabilizing threat to regional security and stability.

He reaffirmed Egypt's unwavering solidarity with Saudi Arabia and pledged support in countering any threat to the Kingdom's security, stability, and territorial integrity. The ministers also delved into regional affairs and the necessity of continued coordination between Egypt and Saudi Arabia to bolster security throughout the region.

Arab League Chief Fahmy, during his conversation with Prince Faisal, strongly denounced the persistent Houthi militia assaults against Saudi territory, asserting that the safety of Saudi Arabia is a crucial component of Arab national security. They conversed about recent regional developments and explored methods to bolster the Arab League's functionality, aiming to amplify its role in addressing diverse regional challenges.