Riyadh: A joint statement was issued yesterday by Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait, Qatar, the UAE, and the US condemning Iran's missile and drone attacks. The statement strongly criticizes the Islamic Republic of Iran for its missile and drone attacks on sovereign territories within the region, pointing to indiscriminate and reckless actions.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the attacks targeted several countries, including Bahrain, Iraq - specifically the Iraqi Kurdistan Region - Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. The strikes have been labeled as unjustified and have endangered civilian populations, damaging civilian infrastructure in the process.
The statement highlights the concern regarding the dangerous escalation represented by Iran's actions, emphasizing the violation of multiple states' sovereignty and the threat posed to regional stability. The targeting of civilians and non-hostile countries is described as reckless and destabilizing.
The countries involved in the statement express their unity in defending their citizens, sovereignty, and territories, reaffirming their right to self-defense against such attacks. They also stress their commitment to regional security and commend the air and missile defense cooperation that has effectively minimized potential loss of life and destruction.