‘Dangerous escalation’: Pakistan condemns Iranian strikes on Saudi Arabia’s energy facilities

Pakistan on Tuesday expressed concern and also condemnation of Iranian missile and drone strikes on Saudi Arabia’s energy facilities, terming the attacks as “a dangerous escalation” that undermined regional peace and stability.

In a statement, the Foreign Office (FO) said, “The government of Pakistan expresses its deep concern and unequivocal condemnation of the missile and drone attacks carried out by the Islamic Republic of Iran last night against energy facilities in the Eastern Region of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”

The statement said that Pakistan also mourned the loss of life resulting from these attacks and |strongly deplores the damage inflicted on vital infrastructure”.

The statement also conveyed Pakistan’s condolences to the families of the victims, adding that the country firmly stood in solidarity with the government and people of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia during this difficult time.

“The government of Pakistan considers these attacks a serious violation of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and a dangerous escalation that undermines regional peace and stability,” the FO said.

“Pakistan reaffirms its unwavering support for the Kingdom’s security,” the statement concluded.