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Malaysia condemns Houthi missile targeting of Mecca
[29/07/2017 11:51]
KUALA LUMPUR-SABA
Malaysia has condemned the missile attack by Yemen's Houthi rebels'on Mecca and expressed hope that the perpetrators be brought to justice.
In a statement today, Malaysia's foreign ministry called the missile launch “abhorrent” and could threaten the safety of pilgrims.
“Malaysia also stands firm in its solidarity with Saudi Arabia in preserving the security and sanctity of the two holy cities, Mecca and Madina,” it said.
The coup militia have been receiving advanced weaponry from their backer Iran, with which they threaten Yemen's neighbors and the international shipping activity off Yemen coasts.