Pakistan has condemned a drone attack by the Houthi group on a power distribution station in Saudi Arabia's Madinah, which serves the Prophet’s Mosque. The attack, which occurred on September 29, targeted the Taibah power distribution station, disabling one transformer but not affecting the broader electricity grid. Saudi authorities confirmed the strike and attributed it to the Houthi movement, which is backed by Iran.
The Pakistani government expressed strong disapproval of the attack, calling it a serious provocation and urging an immediate halt to actions that threaten regional security. Officials reiterated Pakistan’s solidarity with Saudi Arabia and its commitment to maintaining stability in the region. The Houthi group, known for its involvement in the ongoing conflict in Yemen, has been accused of launching several attacks on Saudi infrastructure in recent months.
This incident adds to a growing pattern of cross-border tensions in the Middle East, with the Houthi group continuing to challenge Saudi-led operations in Yemen. The attack has also prompted increased military presence in the region, including the deployment of US forces and Marines to the area as part of a broader strategic response to Iranian-backed activities. The situation underscores the complex and volatile nature of regional security dynamics, with multiple actors involved in an escalating conflict.
