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UN rights chief condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights calls for investigation into recent strikes on civilian infrastructure.

At a glance

  • UN High Commissioner Volker Türk condemned repeated Houthi attacks on Saudi airports
  • Türk noted attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure breach international humanitarian law
  • He called for investigations and accountability for those responsible

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has condemned recent attacks by the Houthis on airports in Saudi Arabia. Türk stated that strikes on civilians and civilian infrastructure violate international humanitarian law.

Türk called for investigations into the attacks and other alleged violations, and stressed the importance of holding those responsible accountable.

Why it matters

The statement reflects international concern over attacks on civilian infrastructure and underscores calls for adherence to humanitarian law standards.

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