In a message of regional solidarity, Saudi Arabia has condemned Iran’s recent attacks that targeted facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan, labeling them as a serious violation of international law.
Backing Regional Stability
Through its Foreign Ministry, the Kingdom reiterated its unwavering support for the three brotherly nations, reaffirming its commitment to standing by them in the face of the continued aggression that threatens their security and sovereignty.
Kuwait’s critical infrastructure came under fresh Iranian attack on Saturday, striking another power and water desalination plant and forcing several electricity generation units out of service. These renewed attacks sparked mounting concerns over a potential escalation in the region, even after a ceasefire was meant to take hold.
In an official statement, Kuwait’s Ministry of Electricity and Water said that a “hostile attack” has hit another electricity and water distillation plant, causing a fire in one of the plant’s components.
In addition to expressing solidarity with its regional partners, Saudi Arabia drew a firm line against the striking civilian infrastructure, denouncing what it described as Iran’s blatant attacks on vital facilities.
The Kingdom also urged all parties to put an immediate end to the current military escalation to protect the security and stability of the region and its people.
War in Iran
On February 28, the United States and Israel launched strikes on Iran, targeting its leadership and triggering a new conflict in the Middle East.
Iran responded with a retaliatory counterattack in Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Abu Dhabi, while launching barrages of missiles and drones toward Israel.
The conflict spread across the Middle East, leaving thousands dead and triggering unprecedented disruptions to energy supplies especially after the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Recent Agreement
Tehran and Washington have recently signed an agreement to end the conflict, offering some relief and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Consequently, mediators from Pakistan and Qatar announced that the two sides had agreed on a “roadmap” towards securing a final deal within 60 days.
Lebanon was drawn into the conflict on March 2 when Hezbollah launched a series of attacks to support its ally, Tehran. As a result, Israel has launched an extensive military campaign that has since killed more than 3000 people.
After Iran and the US signed an agreement to end the conflict, Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah also agreed to sign a ceasefire deal to halt the military aggression following a sharp escalation in hostilities in Lebanon.
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