Gilani condemns Houthi rebels’ attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh

ISLAMABAD – Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Sun­day strongly condemned the Houthi rebels’ attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, and expressed pro­found grief and sorrow over the loss of precious human lives. In a statement, he stated that tar­geting civilian populations is not only contrary to basic humanitarian values but also a blatant vio­lation of international law and established inter­national norms. The Chairman of the Senate said that this tragic incident in Saudi Arabia was a mat­ter of grave concern for the entire international community. He emphasised that actions endan­gering the lives of innocent people could not be justified under any circumstances. Expressing his heartfelt sympathies with the affected families, he underscored that the protection of human life must remain an absolute priority. Extending the best wishes of the people of Pakistan to the Saudi leadership and people, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani said that the relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia extends far beyond diplomatic ties. It is rooted in shared values, mutual respect, trust, and deep fraternal bonds. He noted that the two countries have consistently stood by each other in difficult times, and their longstanding relationship has grown stronger over the years. The Chairman Senate stated that the Parliament and people of Pakistan hold their historic relations with Saudi Arabia in the highest regard.

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