Saudi Arabia condemns the Riyadh and Eastern Province attacks and warns of repercussions
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the hostile attacks that targeted the Riyadh and Eastern Province regions, which official reports indicated were linked to Iranian sources, describing these acts as a flagrant violation of international laws and norms, and a direct threat to the security and stability of the region.
Official sources in the Kingdom affirmed that these attacks target not only the Kingdom's security and national assets, but also pose a serious threat to the global economy and energy security, given the paramount strategic importance of the Eastern Province as a global hub for the oil industry. This escalation comes at a time when the Kingdom and other countries in the region are striving to strengthen the foundations of stability and focus on development, making these attacks a desperate attempt to destabilize regional security.
Context of regional tensions and historical background
These attacks are part of a prolonged series of tensions in the Middle East, where Saudi Arabia has faced numerous aerial threats in recent years, including ballistic missiles and explosive-laden drones. Riyadh has historically warned the international community about the dangers of Iranian behavior in the region and its support for armed militias that use these technologies to target civilian areas and vital infrastructure, in violation of relevant UN Security Council resolutions.
The repercussions of the attacks on international security and the economy
From a geopolitical and economic perspective, targeting the Eastern Province and Riyadh carries serious implications that extend far beyond the Kingdom's borders. The Eastern Province is home to some of the world's largest oil fields and processing facilities, and any threat to them would immediately impact global energy markets, potentially leading to price volatility and disruptions to international supply chains. Therefore, Saudi Arabia's condemnation was accompanied by calls for global decision-making centers to assume their responsibilities in protecting international energy and shipping lanes.
Saudi and international position
The Kingdom emphasized its absolute right to defend its territory, citizens, and residents against any attacks, affirming that the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces are vigilant against such threats. The Kingdom noted that its defense systems have repeatedly succeeded in intercepting and destroying numerous hostile targets before they reached their intended destinations. These attacks were met with widespread condemnation from brotherly and friendly nations and international organizations, who deemed the targeting of civilian areas a war crime requiring accountability and affirmed their full solidarity with the Kingdom in all measures it takes to preserve its security.
