Joint Call Directed at the Houthis from Four Countries Including Turkey
Following the attacks targeting the airport in Riyadh, the R4 Group formed by four countries issued a call to the Houthis.
The R4 Group, consisting of Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia, issued a joint statement following the attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, calling on the Houthis to immediately halt the attacks.
Attack on the Airport
King Khalid International Airport in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, was targeted multiple times at short intervals, and heavy casualties were sustained in the initial attack on October 10.
While initial statements reported that 12 people lost their lives and 309 people were injured, the death toll rose to 13 on October 11 after another wounded person passed away.
Joint Statement by the R4 Group
Following these developments, the foreign ministries of Turkey, Egypt, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia came together to issue a joint statement condemning the attacks.
In the statement made on behalf of the R4 Group, it was emphasized that the actions in question constitute a clear violation of international law and that the Houthis must immediately and unconditionally halt their attacks.
Support for Security Measures
The statement expressed full support for the legitimate measures taken by Saudi Arabia within the framework of international law to defend its security, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
Additionally, it was stated that the Houthis are held directly responsible for the negative consequences of the attacks on regional and international peace and security.