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UAE Condemns Houthi Airstrikes on Riyadh Airport

Oct 13, 2026 04:20 AM CT Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Houthis, UAE, Saudi Arabia, diplomatic condemnation, regional security, proxy warfare

Summary

The United Arab Emirates issued a formal condemnation of Houthi attacks targeting Riyadh airport, expressing solidarity with Saudi Arabia. This diplomatic response highlights the regional alignment against Yemen-based proxy forces and underscores the threat Houthi long-range capabilities pose to Gulf infrastructure.

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UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Riyadh airport, expresses solidarity with Saudi Arabia    Al Arabiya English

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Actor Responses

Houthis NEUTRAL

Conducted attacks on Riyadh airport, prompting regional condemnation.

United States NEUTRAL

Not directly mentioned in the provided text, though contextually aligned with Gulf security.

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