PM Shehbaz Sharif condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, reaffirms Pakistan’s support

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif strongly condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia on Friday. In a post on X, the premier condemned attacks targeting Saudi Arabia’s King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Abha International Airport, noting resulting civilian casualties. Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to Saudi Arabia's territorial integrity and security under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.

Pakistan Stands in Solidarity with Saudi Arabia

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned the Houthi militia attacks to reaffirm Pakistan's unwavering support for Saudi security, he wrote on X, adding that Pakistan fully supports Saudi Arabia right to self-defence. Sharif praised Saudi air defenses for intercepting ballistic missiles and urged an immediate end to military aggression against the Kingdom.

Sharif expressed complete solidarity with the leadership and people of Saudi Arabia following the missile strikes. He commended the military vigilance shown by Saudi armed forces and coalition troops during the interception operations. His message highlighted Pakistan's view that protecting civilians and critical national infrastructure remains a priority.

Prime minister assured that Pakistan stands shoulder to shoulder with the Kingdom during ongoing regional security challenges. Sharif reiterated that cross-border aerial attacks jeopardize regional stability and harm peaceful populations.

What is Pakistan's defense commitment under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement?

Pakistan's defense commitment under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement establishes mutual support for Saudi Arabia's sovereignty. Sharif referenced recent decisions made by the Strategic Political and Defence Committee to stress ongoing cooperation. The historical partnership binds both nations to collaborate closely when handling serious regional security threats.

Bilateral relations between Islamabad and Riyadh rely heavily on deep strategic and defense ties. High-level security committees routinely review shared defense protocols to handle escalating military tensions in the region. The security agreement reinforces joint efforts to maintain long-term stability across strategic maritime and land borders.

Pakistan continues to support diplomatic measures aimed at stopping regional hostilities while maintaining its defense pledges. Defense officials from both nations frequently engage in strategic consultations to align security policies. The partnership demonstrates a shared vision for counter-terrorism and territorial defense across the Middle East.