Manama: Bahrain will always be a robust supporter of sisterly countries and will not hesitate to back them in the face of the challenges and threats to the Arab nation, King Hamad Bin Eisa Al Khalifa said.
The monarch was at Taif airport inspecting the Bahraini aerial forces participating in the Saudi-led coalition carrying out operations to restore the legitimate government in Yemen when he stressed Bahrain’s support.
“It gives us great pleasure to be among our armed forces in appreciation of their dedication to their duty to defend Arab dignity and their commitment to achieving security and peace in the region,” King Hamad said.
He lauded the wisdom of Saudi Arabia’s King Salman sound reading of the changes in the region and his wisdom in making the decision to launch Operation Storm of Resolve and Operation Restore Hope.
Both operations have reinforced common action to protect achievements and reinforce dignity and pride as Arabs in Yemen confronted challenges, he added.
Bahrain in March committed fighters to take part in the airstrikes launched in March against the Houthi followers.
In April, the kingdom welcomed he adoption by the Security Council of Resolution 2216 under Chapter VII of the Charter related to the situation in Yemen.
Bahrain described the adoption as a “critical and necessary step to restore security and stability to the Republic of Yemen and to preserve the unity and integrity of its territories.”
“Bahrain emphasises that the Security Council’s resolution reflects a wide international awareness about the seriousness of the security and humanitarian situation in Yemen,” a statement issued by the foreign ministry said. “It also embodies the agreement among the world nations on the need to address acts of violence and terrorism and to consolidate the pillars of legitimacy - President Abd Rabbo Mansour Hadi and his government.”
The Security Council voted 14 in favour of the resolution while Russia abstained.
