{
  "id": 11358478,
  "title": "'Grave provocation': Pakistan condemns Houthi attack on power facility in Madina",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/grave-provocation-pakistan-condemns-houthi-attack-on-power-facility",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-02T04:58:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Dawn - Pakistan",
    "slug": "dawn-pakistan",
    "url": "https://www.dawn.com/news/2034209/grave-provocation-pakistan-condemns-houthi-attack-on-power-facility-in-madina"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On September 29, Pakistan vehemently denounced an assault carried out by the Houthi militia on the Taibah power distribution station in Madina, branding it as a \"grave provocation\" and a menace to regional tranquility and security. In a declaration, the Foreign Office (FO) articulated that the assault targeted civilian infrastructure responsible for electricity supply to the Holy Prophet’s (PBUH) Mosque. The FO emphasized that the sanctity of the Two Holy Mosques and the welfare of worshippers and pilgrims should be safeguarded in all circumstances. It urged for an \"immediate and unconditional\" cessation of what it characterized as \"reckless actions,\" asserting that such acts also posed a severe threat to regional peace and security. The FO reaffirmed Pakistan's \"unwavering solidarity\" with Saudi Arabia, expressing full backing for the kingdom's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security. \"Pakistan stands firmly with Saudi Arabia in its endeavors to shield the Two Holy Mosques, protect its people, and ensure the security of pilgrims,\" the statement concluded. Pakistan has been and will continue to strive for enduring peace and stability in the region, according to the FO.",
  "summary": "Pakistan on Friday strongly condemned an attack by the Houthi militia on the Taibah power distribution station in Madina on Sept 29, describing it as a “grave provocation” and a threat to regional peace and security. In a statement, the Foreign Office (FO) said the attack targeted civilian infrastructure supplying electricity to the Holy Prophet’s (PBUH) Mosque. “The sanctity of the Two Holy…",
  "key_points": [
    "Pakistan condemns Houthi attack on Taibah power station in Madina.",
    "Attack deemed \"grave provocation\" and threat to regional stability.",
    "Pakistan reaffirms solidarity with Saudi Arabia in protecting holy sites."
  ],
  "editors_take": "Pakistan's condemnation of the Houthi attack on a Madina power facility signals its strengthened backing for Saudi Arabia's sovereignty and security amid rising regional threats.",
  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Dawn",
        "title": "'Grave provocation': Pakistan condemns Houthi attack on power facility in Madina",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/grave-provocation-pakistan-condemns-houthi-attack-on-power-facility-11359916",
        "published": "2026-10-02T04:58:48.000Z"
      }
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}