Reuters Fahad Shadeed
The Saudi Ministry of Defense pledged to direct “painful blows” to the forces of the “Ansar Allah” Houthi group, in response to its recent attacks on the Kingdom.
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The spokesman for the Saudi Ministry of Defense and the Arab coalition, Brigadier General Turki Al-Maliki, said in an interview with Al-Arabiya channel Monday that his country dealt with the attacks that targeted it with drones, ballistic missiles and booby-trapped boats in a manner “unique in military history,” adding: “When I mention this point I am speaking from the position of strength, from a bright angle in preserving security and stability for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and protecting its citizens, its assets, and those residing on its lands. “
Al-Maliki added: “We are committed to the rules of international law in our operations, unlike the Houthi militia … We have tactical and strategic patience to preserve civilians, and we are preparing for painful strikes against the Houthis.”
On Sunday, the “Ansar Allah” forces announced the implementation of “a large and joint offensive operation in the Saudi rear,” from Yemen, with 14 drones and 8 ballistic missiles.
In turn, Saudi Arabia confirmed that one of the oil tank yards in Ras Tanura port and a residential neighborhood in Dhahran were attacked, which did not result in injuries.
On Monday, the Saudi Ministry of Defense accused Iran of providing the forces of the “Ansar Allah” Houthi group, which has significantly intensified its attacks on the Kingdom, with drones and ballistic missiles.
Since March 2015, Saudi Arabia has led the Arab coalition, which has been waging intense military operations in Yemen in support of the internationally recognized Yemeni government loyal to President Abd Rabbu Mansour Hadi, which has been fighting the Iranian-backed Houthi forces who have controlled the capital, Sanaa, since 2014.
Source: “Al Arabiya” + agencies
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