Pakistan has strongly condemned the recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and once again expressed full support for Yemen’s sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity. The statement came during a United Nations Security Council session where Pakistan’s Permanent Representative, Ambassador Syed Haider Shah, spoke clearly against the ongoing violence.
Addressing the council after the adoption of a resolution that renewed sanctions measures under resolution 2140 and extended the mandate of the Panel of Experts, the ambassador called for an immediate and unconditional end to the Houthi attacks. He described the strikes as reprehensible and stressed that they must stop without any conditions.
The envoy welcomed the resolution and highlighted the important role of the 2140 Committee in promoting peace and stability in Yemen. He strongly condemned the continued Houthi attacks targeting Saudi territory, including claims of strikes on an oil pipeline pumping station, a facility in Yanbu, and a building in Riyadh. Saudi forces later confirmed they had intercepted and destroyed two drones linked to these attempts.
Ambassador Syed Haider Shah expressed Pakistan’s complete solidarity with the leadership, government and people of Saudi Arabia. He reaffirmed Islamabad’s firm support for the kingdom’s sovereignty, security and stability. The ambassador also underlined Saudi Arabia’s legitimate right to defend its territory and protect its citizens in line with the UN Charter and international law.
Pakistan voted in favour of the resolution to show its commitment to holding accountable those who threaten peace in Yemen. The ambassador stressed that the Panel of Experts must work with professionalism, impartiality and consistency so that the sanctions regime remains credible and effective.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s long-standing position, he said Islamabad fully supports UN-led efforts for an inclusive political process that is owned and led by the Yemeni people. Pakistan stands ready to back all genuine initiatives aimed at restoring peace, stability and security in Yemen while also easing the severe humanitarian suffering of its population.
In recent years, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have deepened their defence ties. The two countries signed a bilateral defence agreement in September 2025. Later, in August 2026, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye also signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, which treats an attack on one as an attack on all three. These steps reflect a shared commitment to regional security and collective defence.
