Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Pakistan warns of retaliation over Red Sea attacks
Pakistan has warned that it will retaliate against any attacks on its vessels in the Red Sea.
This comes after Houthi rebels in Yemen attacked Saudi oil tankers and announced a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia.
Pakistan sees these attacks as a threat to its national security and has vowed to defend its interests.
The country is also calling for restraint and diplomacy in the region.
Meanwhile, the Houthi rebels are retaliating against what they describe as Saudi Arabia's blockade of ports and airports in Yemen.
Pakistan has also rejected recent reports by Amnesty International and the EU regarding its actions in Kabul and compliance with trade preferences.
Pakistan vows swift retaliation against any attack on its vessels in the Red Sea.
Houthi rebels impose a maritime embargo on Saudi vessels in the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
Pakistan treats attacks on its vessels as grave threats to national security.
Pakistan calls for restraint and supports dialogue in the Gulf region.
Houthi rebels justify their actions as retaliation for Saudi Arabia's blockade of Yemeni ports and airports.
- Who
- Pakistan, Houthi Rebels, Saudi Arabia
- What
- Pakistan warns of retaliation against attacks on its vessels in the Red Sea; Houthi rebels impose a maritime embargo on Saudi vessels.
- When
- July 23
- Where
- Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab Strait
- Why
- Pakistan aims to protect its national security and maritime interests; Houthi rebels retaliate against Saudi Arabia's blockade of Yemeni ports and airports.
Pakistan's Stance
Houthi Rebels' Actions
Response to Attacks
Pakistan's Stance
Pakistan vows swift retaliation against any attack on its vessels, treating such acts as grave threats to national security.
Houthi Rebels' Actions
Houthi rebels announce a maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia, blocking Saudi vessels in the Bab al-Mandab Strait.
Diplomatic Efforts
Pakistan's Stance
Pakistan calls for restraint and supports dialogue and diplomacy in the Gulf region.
Houthi Rebels' Actions
Houthi rebels justify their actions as retaliation for Saudi Arabia's blockade of ports and airports in Yemen.
- Date
- July 23
- Location
- Red Sea, Bab al-Mandab Strait
- Key Figures
- Tahir Andrabi, Houthi Rebels
- Pakistan's Position
- Commitment to retaliate against attacks on its vessels
- Houthi Rebels' Position
- Maritime embargo against Saudi Arabia
- Diplomatic Efforts
- Pakistan's call for restraint and dialogue