Politics
China warns Houthis over attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure
September 14, 2026 at 06:32 PM · Updated 31d ago
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Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun called Houthi attacks on Saudi energy infrastructure "unacceptable" and urged restraint, as President Xi Jinping pressed for Middle East peace at the BRICS summit.
- Guo Jiakun said attacks on civilian infrastructure important to people's livelihoods are "unacceptable," expressing "deep concern" over rising tensions in Yemen and the Red Sea.
- Guo called on all parties to exercise restraint and resolve conflicts through dialogue and political and diplomatic means.
- President Xi Jinping called on BRICS member states at their New Delhi summit on Saturday to intensify efforts to promote peace and stability in the Middle East and Gulf.
- Xi said China is ready to play its role alongside other BRICS members to contribute to establishing peace and stability in the region.
- Saudi officials reported Houthi attacks on Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan, and Najran that injured dozens and targeted oil and economic facilities before lifting emergency alerts.
- Saudi Arabia's Civil Defense announced danger had passed in six cities, including Yanbu, after issuing emergency warnings in Jeddah, Abha, Jazan, AlUla, and Taif.



