Nicosia:Cyprus' Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos and Saudi Arabia's Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan engaged in a telephone conversation on Thursday, during which they reaffirmed their countries' shared commitment to ensuring regional security and stability.

According to Cyprus News Agency, Kombos expressed Cyprus' full solidarity with Saudi Arabia and emphasized support for its sovereignty and territorial integrity following recent Houthi attacks. He condemned all attacks targeting civilians and civilian infrastructure, urging for an immediate cessation of such actions.

Kombos highlighted Cyprus' advocacy for maintaining open passage in the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz, in accordance with international law, specifically the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). This commitment underscores the importance of freedom of navigation and safe passage in these critical maritime regions.