Gov’t condemns attack on Saudi Arabia

AMMAN — Jordan on Monday strongly condemned the Sunday night ballistic missile attack by Yemen’s Houthi militias against Riyadh and other Saudi cities, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported.

The missile was intercepted by Saudi air forces. Minister of State for Media Affairs Mohammad Momani stressed Jordan’s support for Saudi Arabia in defending itself against Houthi militia attacks, renewing Jordan’s condemnation of all military actions threatening civilians and Saudi Arabia’s stability.

Momani, who is also the government’s spokesperson, reiterates Jordan’s support to Saudi Arabia in protecting its national security. He added that Jordan calls on all warring parties in Yemen to engage in negotiations that will lead to a peaceful Resoulution.