UK says Houthis must stop ‘reckless attacks’ on Saudi Arabia

RIYADH - The Saudi Council of Ministers issued a stern warning to the Houthi terrorist militia, stating they will be held responsible for the repercussions of their violent acts and repeated, brutal attacks on key Saudi Arabian targets. Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman led a Cabinet meeting in Riyadh on Tuesday to discuss these matters.

The ministers commended the Armed Forces for their crucial role in protecting the nation and deterring any aggression against its sovereignty and the safety of its people. The ministers also expressed deep condolences to the families of those affected by the Houthi militia's criminal assaults and wished the injured a speedy recovery.

The Cabinet reaffirmed the Kingdom's steadfast commitment to regional and global peace, while emphasizing its resolution to maintain security and stability. They highlighted the successful Coalition to Restore Legitimacy in Yemen's military operations to neutralize the threats posed by the Houthi militia, which threaten Yemeni people, international peace, global trade, and maritime supply chains.

Saudi Arabia firmly stated that it would not tolerate any threats to its security or to maritime navigation in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandab Strait. The ministers thanked friendly nations and international organizations that condemned the Houthi militia's crimes. They also praised the Kingdom's energy sector for its swift restoration of crude oil flows through the East-West pipeline, showcasing the country's operational agility and technical proficiency.

The ministers reviewed recent discussions and meetings between the Kingdom and friendly nations, focusing on strengthening bilateral and multilateral cooperation to address shared challenges. They commended the 25th WPC Energy Congress and concurrent Arab and international ministerial meetings held in Riyadh, emphasizing the Kingdom's role as a global platform for energy dialogue, innovation, partnership-building, and international cooperation.

On the domestic front, the Cabinet expressed satisfaction with the public's participation in the 2026 national blood donation campaign and approved Saudi Arabia's accession to the humanitarian funds of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. The Cabinet also authorized ministers to discuss and sign draft memorandums of understanding on cultural cooperation, meteorology, disability rights, and financial institution supervision.