Riyadh:Mauritania has condemned the recent attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, which caused fatalities and injured hundreds.

According to Saudi Press Agency, Mauritania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Sunday, urging the international community to take responsibility and establish a firm stance against such acts. The statement emphasized the need to prevent future occurrences and hold those accountable under international law to protect civilians and maintain regional security and stability.

The Mauritanian government expressed its full solidarity with Saudi Arabia, supporting the Kingdom in its efforts to ensure the security and safety of its citizens and residents. It highlighted that targeting civilian facilities and risking innocent lives are grave breaches of international law and require a decisive international response.

Mauritania also extended condolences to the victims' families and wished the injured a swift recovery.