Press Releases
The Attacks against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Statement by Press Secretary YOSHIDA Tomoyuki)
December 8, 2021
- The Government of Japan strongly condemns the Yemen-based Houthis’ missile attack against Riyadh, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on December 6 (local time).
- Cross-border attacks on Saudi Arabia must be stopped immediately. The Government of Japan, once again, calls on all parties concerned for an immediate ceasefire and early start of dialogue for a political solution to the situation in Yemen.
- The Government of Japan has been providing humanitarian assistance for Yemen and remains committed to continue making efforts, in cooperation with countries concerned, to realize peace and stability in Yemen.