ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has strongly condemned threats by the Houthi militia against Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping in the Red Sea, cautioning that any aggressive action against Pakistani-flagged vessels or maritime interests will be considered a grave threat to national security.
“Consistent with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, Pakistan reserves its right to take all necessary measures, including lawful use of force, in the exercise of self-defence to protect its maritime assets and national interests.”
Pakistan unequivocally condemns the continued threats issued by the Houthis militia against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping in the Red Sea, the Foreign Office (FO) Spokesperson said in a statement on Wednesday.
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He further stated, “Such actions threaten regional security, undermine freedom of navigation, challenge the rules-based maritime order and jeopardise uninterrupted flow of global commerce.”
Threats against commercial shipping and trading with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are unacceptable and violate established principles of international law, the FO Spokesperson said, stressing that Pakistan is particularly concerned by reports of threats directed against vessels engaged in lawful commercial trade with the Kingdom.
Pakistan reaffirms that any hostile act against Pakistani-flagged vessels or Pakistani maritime interests will be regarded as a grave threat to Pakistan’s national security and sovereign interests, he warned.
Pakistan is also deeply concerned over attempts to drag the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia into the conflict in the Middle East and reiterates its unwavering support for the security, sovereignty, territorial integrity and prosperity of the brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
While remaining steadfast in its commitment to dialogue, diplomacy and regional de-escalation, Pakistan calls upon all parties to respect international law and ensure the safety and security of international maritime shipping.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2026
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