Yemen's foreign ministry denounces Houthi missile strikes on Mecca and Medina
Yemen's Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned recent Houthi missile attacks on Saudi Arabia's holy cities and cited civilian injuries in Khamis Mushait and Ahad Rafidah.
The Yemeni foreign ministry issued a statement on X condemning Houthi-launched ballistic missiles aimed at Mecca and Medina. It also criticized ongoing strikes on Saudi cities, noting civilian casualties and property damage in Khamis Mushait and Ahad Rafidah. In a separate message, the internationally recognised Yemeni government welcomed Pope Leo's condemnation of attacks on Taiz and urged global action to lift the siege and protect civilians.
Why it matters
The condemnation highlights regional tensions and the humanitarian impact of cross-border attacks on civilians.
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