Kashmiri leaders Mirwaiz, Bukhari condemn attack on Saudi Arabia airport

Srinagar: Political leaders in Kashmir expressed concern over the attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which resulted in loss of life and injuries to hundreds and called for dialogue and upholding international law.

Mirwaiz Umar Farooq who headed Hurriyat and currently leads Muttahida Majlis e Ulema, an amalgam of 50 religious organization across Jammu and Kashmir termed the attack as "deeply distressing" that has resulted in tragic loss of life and injuries to hundreds. At least 12 persons were killed and over 300 injured in the attack.

"This attack is a dangerous escalation that only adds to the suffering of civilians in the region and risks widening of an already grave regional crisis," said Mirwaiz. He urged all sides to exercise restraint. "They should engage in dialogue and diplomacy for a fair resolution of the crisis, and prevent further escalation and loss of precious human lives," said Mirwaiz.


Saudi Arabia has blamed the Houthis for the attack.

Former minister and chief of J&K Apni Party Altaf Bukhari said that the missile attack was "deeply alarming." "The fact that this is the third attack on the airport this week makes the situation even more concerning...targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure is a clear violation of international law and must be unequivocally condemned," said Bukhari.