Coalition Reports 11 Civilians Injured in Houthi Attack on Najran

Collateral Damage in Najran

The Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported that the Coalition’s Joint Forces Command identified the casualties as civilians targeted during “terrorist attacks” launched by Houthi forces. While the victims are described as being of various nationalities, the initial military briefing did not provide a specific breakdown of those nationalities.

The figures were confirmed by CNN Arabic and Al-Sharq Al-Awsat, both of which reported that 11 civilians sustained injuries. These reports align with the official narrative provided by the Joint Forces Command regarding the nature and source of the aggression.

Diplomatic Outcry from the Arab League

The Arab League responded with a formal statement condemning the Houthi attacks on both Saudi Arabia and Yemen. The organization characterized the strikes as an escalation of violence.

It was a call for an immediate cessation of hostilities to prevent further regional instability.

Demands for Civilian Protection

The Secretary-General of the Arab League specifically denounced the targeting of the Najran region. Reporting from Sabq Online Newspaper indicates that the Secretary-General urged all parties to stop the escalation of conflict.

The core of the appeal was the necessity of protecting civilian populations from cross-border aggression.

A Pattern of Cross-Border Aggression

Najran, situated in southwestern Saudi Arabia, has frequently become the site of Houthi-led attacks. These incidents typically involve the use of ballistic missiles or drones aimed at civilian infrastructure and residential areas.