Saudi Arabia has condemned the drone attack that caused a fire on board two ships at Egypt's Damietta Port. In a statement from its foreign ministry, the kingdom denounced the incident and expressed support for Egypt.
According to the brief statement, Saudi Arabia affirmed its full solidarity with Egypt following the attack. The response underlined Riyadh's backing for Cairo as Egyptian authorities deal with the aftermath at the port.
The incident drew attention because it involved two vessels at Damietta Port, a key Egyptian maritime location. While the available details are limited, the attack was described as a drone strike that led to fires on the ships.
Saudi Arabia's reaction places the event among the latest security incidents to prompt official concern in the region. With only a short account released so far, the focus remains on the attack itself, the damage caused on the vessels, and the diplomatic support voiced by Saudi Arabia for Egypt.
