Kuwait affirms full solidarity with Saudi Arabia after Riyadh Airport attack
His Highness the Amir of Kuwait Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah has affirmed that Saudi Arabia’s security is an integral part of Kuwait’s security and that of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, reiterating Kuwait’s full solidarity with the Kingdom and its support for all measures taken to safeguard its security and stability and protect citizens and residents.
H.H. the Amir sent a cable of condolences to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, expressing his sincere sympathy for the victims of the attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which resulted in casualties and injuries. He strongly condemned the attack, describing it as a heinous and cowardly act targeting innocent civilians and violating international laws and human values.
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His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah and His Highness the Prime Minister Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah also sent messages of condolence to King Salman, expressing their sympathy for the victims.
In a separate statement, Kuwait’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned the Houthi militia’s attack on King Khalid International Airport, describing it as a flagrant violation of international law and international humanitarian law. The ministry warned that repeated hostile acts targeting civilian facilities and vital infrastructure constituted a dangerous escalation and a direct threat to air navigation and civilian safety.
Kuwait reiterated its unwavering support for Saudi Arabia and called on the international community to assume its responsibilities by taking a firm stance against repeated attacks on civilian infrastructure and civil aviation facilities. It stressed the need to prevent further attacks and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
