Pakistan condemns Houthi attack on commercial ship in Red Sea

Pakistan has condemned a Houthi attack on a commercial vessel in the Red Sea that killed three Pakistani citizens, Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on X, as quoted by Report.

"I have learnt with deep concern about the unfortunate incident involving an attack on a commercial vessel in the Red Sea. According to the information available so far, three Pakistani nationals have lost their lives and one has sustained injuries in the incident. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families," Dar wrote.

He said Pakistan strongly condemns the Houthi attack on the commercial vessel.

Dar noted that such attacks endanger human lives, violate international law and pose a serious threat to freedom of navigation, maritime security and the safety of commercial shipping in the Red Sea.

He added that Islamabad is in contact with authorities in Saudi Arabia and Yemen's internationally recognized government to establish further details of the incident.