Shehbaz Sharif Makkah Defence Agreement Pledge Backs Saudi Arabia’s Security

Islamabad – (Staff Reporter/Web Desk) – On Friday, the Shehbaz Sharif Makkah defence agreement message was clear: Pakistan stands firmly with Saudi Arabia. The prime minister said the country’s commitment to the kingdom’s security is resolute.

He shared his views in a post on X. He strongly condemned the Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Abha International Airport.

I strongly condemn the repeated terrorist attacks by the Houthi militia against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including the targeting of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh and Abha International Airport, which resulted in loss of lives and injuries to civilians.

I commend the vigilance and professionalism of the Saudi armed forces and the Coalition in intercepting multiple ballistic missiles and their tireless efforts to protect innocent lives and safeguard the Kingdom.

Pakistan stands in unwavering solidarity with the leadership and people of our brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In line with the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, and recent decisions taken by its Strategic Political and Defense Committee, our commitment to the Kingdom’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and security is resolute. We also fully support Saudi Arabia’s legitimate right to defend its people and protect its cities and vital infrastructure.

The Houthi militia must immediately cease these attacks. We will continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with Saudi Arabia in the face of these threats.

— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) October 9, 2026

Saudi civil aviation authorities said at least three people were killed. One person died and eight were hurt in Riyadh. Two died and 28 were wounded at Abha airport.

The authorities said the attacks took place on October 6 and 7. They did not say which attack happened on which day.

The prime minister praised the Saudi armed forces and the coalition for stopping several ballistic missiles. He said their hard work saved many innocent lives.

He also said Pakistan fully supports Saudi Arabia’s right to defend its people, cities and key buildings. He asked the Houthi group to stop the attacks at once.

His words came just days after Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye met in Riyadh for an emergency talk under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (MJDA). The three countries agreed to deploy the agreed forces quickly, following national laws.

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif also spoke on the issue. He said Pakistan and Turkiye are helping Saudi Arabia, but the Saudi army is leading the fight.

He added that both countries are helping with reconnaissance and other support work.