The government of the Republic of Korea condemns the recent attacks by the Houthis targeting civilian facilities, including the international airport in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, which resulted in multiple civilian casualties. The ROK government reiterates that attacks against civilians and civilian facilities are unacceptable under any circumstances and once again calls for an immediate cessation of such attacks.

The ROK government highlights that peace and stability in the Middle East are of vital importance to the international community as a whole, including the Republic of Korea, in terms of global supply chains and energy security.

The ROK government extends its heartfelt condolences to the victims of these attacks and their families, and wishes the injured a speedy recovery. The government also expresses its deep solidarity with the government and people of Saudi Arabia.