UAE condemns attack on Saudi Arabia airport

The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi terrorist attack on Saudi Arabia’s Abha International Airport.

According to the national news agency WAM, the incident resulted in the death of a Syrian resident.

Seven others were also injured in the attack.

In a statement, the UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) said the attack showed new evidence that the Iranian-backed Houthi militias are undermining security and stability in the region.

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