Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemns Houthi attacks and pledges support for Saudi Arabia's security

On September 23, 2026, Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, speaking from New York where he attended the UN General Assembly, strongly condemned recent Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, including an attempted drone strike on Makkah. He reaffirmed Pakistan's unwavering support for Saudi sovereignty and security, praising the Kingdom's progress under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Sharif highlighted the growing strategic partnership, citing the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement and Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, and extended felicitations on Saudi National Day, praying for the continued strength of Pakistan-Saudi brotherhood.