The European Union has issued a strong condemnation of recent Houthi military actions, including a reported drone strike aimed at the holy city of Mecca.
Key facts
- •The European Union issued a formal statement on Thursday condemning Houthi military operations.
- •Saudi air defenses intercepted a drone reportedly launched toward Mecca on Tuesday.
- •The EU stated that Houthi attacks hinder efforts toward a sustainable peace in Yemen.
- •Fighting between Yemeni government forces and the Houthis has intensified since early July.
- •The EU reaffirmed its commitment to working with the UN and regional partners toward de-escalation.
The European Union on Thursday condemned the ongoing Houthi military campaign in Yemen and recent strikes against Saudi Arabia. The bloc specifically denounced an attack targeting Mecca, calling for an immediate cessation of all military actions by the group.
EU Stance on Regional Security
EU Commission spokesperson Anouar El Anouni stated that the bloc stands in full solidarity with Saudi Arabia. The EU emphasized that targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure is unacceptable and warned that Houthi actions undermine regional security and the potential for a non-military resolution to the conflict.
Recent Military Escalation
Saudi Arabia reported on Tuesday that its air defenses intercepted and destroyed a drone launched by the Houthi group before it could enter restricted airspace over Mecca. The region has seen an increase in missile and drone attacks attributed to the Houthis as fighting between the group and Yemeni government forces has intensified since early July.
Timeline
- Early JulyFighting between Yemeni government forces and the Houthis intensified.
- TuesdaySaudi air defenses intercepted a drone launched by the Houthis toward Mecca.
- ThursdayThe European Union issued a statement condemning the Houthi attacks.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Anadolu Agency Middle East.
