Maryam condemns attack on Riyadh airport

Says people of Pakistan stand firmly with Saudi Arabia

LAHORE:

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has condemned an attack by the Houthi militia on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.

In a statement, the chief minister expressed her heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families of those killed in the

attack and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.

CM Maryam Nawaz said the Houthi attacks were a blatant violation of international law. She reaffirmed her unwavering commitment to Saudi Arabia's sovereignty, territorial integrity and security.

The chief minister said the people of Pakistan stand firmly with Saudi Arabia in safeguarding its security.

In a message on the International Day of the Girl Child, the chief minister said empowering girls was essential to laying the foundation for a strong, prosperous and progressive society.

She stressed the need to highlight the importance of protecting girls' rights, promoting their education and taking measures to make them independent.

She said every girl deserved a safe and supportive environment where she could fulfil her dreams and play her role in the development of the country and the nation. The courage, determination and capabilities of girls had the power to change the world.

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz also paid tribute to the security forces for foiling an infiltration attempt along the border in Kurram district and killing 12 terrorists.

The CM also expressed deep grief over the loss of four lives in a cylinder explosion in Pindi Gheb.