Iran Condemns Sanaa Strike, Cites Humanitarian Concerns
Iran supports the Houthi movement and views actions against Sanaa as acts of aggression by the Saudi-led coalition. They assert that targeting Sanaa Airport obstructs crucial humanitarian aid and violates Yemeni sovereignty.
Sovereignty Violation
The strike on Sanaa Airport is a clear violation of Yemeni sovereignty and international law, targeting vital civilian infrastructure without justification.
Humanitarian Access
Attacks on Sanaa Airport obstruct essential humanitarian aid deliveries to millions of Yemenis suffering under a severe blockade and in dire need of assistance.
Proxy Aggression
Such acts of aggression by the Saudi-led coalition, backed by its Western allies, actively undermine all efforts toward achieving a peaceful resolution in Yemen.
Saudi-led Coalition Defends Actions, Cites Security Threats
The Saudi-led coalition asserts its right to defend against Houthi threats, including alleged arms smuggling and the use of civilian infrastructure for military purposes. They maintain that monitoring air traffic into Sanaa is crucial for regional security.
Security Imperative
Coalition actions target Houthi military capabilities and prevent illicit arms transfers that directly threaten Saudi national security and broader regional stability.
Airport Misuse
The Houthis routinely use Sanaa Airport and other civilian sites for military purposes, including launching drones and missiles, necessitating defensive and preventative measures.
Arms Embargo
Monitoring air traffic into Sanaa is crucial to enforce the UN arms embargo and prevent Iran from fueling the conflict through illegal supply routes, prolonging the war.