Accra:The Oriental Republic of Uruguay has denounced the recent attacks by the Houthi militia on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
According to Saudi Press Agency, Uruguay's Ministry of Foreign Relations issued a statement expressing solidarity with the Kingdom, its government, and its people. The statement also offered condolences to the families of the victims and wished for the swift recovery of those injured.
The ministry further expressed profound concern regarding the threats and attacks on commercial shipping in the Red Sea and Bab al-Mandeb Strait. It highlighted the necessity of ensuring the safety of vessels and their crews, maintaining freedom of navigation, and adhering to the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
Uruguay reaffirmed its support for United Nations efforts, particularly those led by the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Yemen, aimed at achieving a comprehensive political solution to restore peace and stability in the region.