Saudi Arabia's Foreign Ministry condemned the Houthi movement's announcement of a naval blockade on the kingdom, accusing the group of diverting attention from its internal crises and crimes against Yemenis, according to Israeli media reports.
The Saudi Foreign Ministry on Monday evening denounced the Houthi movement's declaration of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, as reported by Israeli media. The ministry stated that the Houthis are trying to divert attention from their economic crises, repression, and crimes against Yemenis by spreading false accusations against the kingdom. It reaffirmed Saudi Arabia's commitment to achieving peace in Yemen.
Earlier Monday, The Zioneer reported on analysis indicating that the Houthis had imposed a full blockade on Saudi ports, threatening to destroy ships. The Saudi condemnation comes in response to a statement by the Houthi spokesperson, who declared the blockade. The Houthis have previously threatened to strike Saudi airports and vital interests, and the UN has warned that the blockade risks escalating into a broader regional conflict.
The Saudi statement is based on a single unverified Israeli media report, and the full details of the Houthi declaration remain unclear.
2 developments
- DevelopingSaudi Arabia warns Houthis: 'We will respond forcefully to any attempt to harm the kingdom'
- DevelopingHouthis announce readiness to strike vessels near Bab el-Mandeb, Reuters reports
- StrongHouthis threaten to strike Saudi oil facilities, warn of 'short time' for Riyadh to lift blockade
- DevelopingAnalysis: Houthis impose full blockade on Saudi ports, threaten to destroy ships
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