Zaqy Mohamad saddened by attacks on Saudi Arabia
Singapore's Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs, Zaqy Mohamad, condemned Houthi attacks on Riyadh's international airport that resulted in significant casualties. He urged Singaporean citizens and pilgrims in the region to remain vigilant and follow official travel advisories.
Why it matters
The incident marks a significant escalation in the regional conflict, impacting international travel and religious pilgrimage safety.
A screenshot from a video online reportedly showing King Khalid International Airport after the Oct 10 attack.
Listen Summarise Zaqy Mohamad said he was “deeply saddened” by Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia that killed 12 and injured more than 300, and he offered condolences to victims and families. He said attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure “cannot be justified”, and urged Singaporeans and pilgrims in Saudi Arabia to stay vigilant and follow MFA travel advice. The strikes, the third on Riyadh airport in a week, have worsened travel disruption and are linked to the wider Yemen war and Middle East conflict. AI generated
SINGAPORE – Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad said on Oct 11 that “attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure cannot be justified”, following the strikes on Riyadh’s international airport.
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