RIYADH — The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Saudi Arabia’s strong condemnation and denunciation of the targeting of a site on the grounds of Khartoum International Airport. In a statement, the ministry said that Saudi Arabia affirms its firm stance calling for the preservation of Sudan’s unity, legitimate institutions, the resources of its people, and its security and stability. The ministry also stressed the importance of keeping civilian objects and vital facilities out of the conflict. Saudi Arabia called on the parties to de-escalate, immediately halt these violations, and respect the commitments made in the Jeddah Declaration signed on May 11, 2023, including the protection of civilians and civilian objects and compliance with international humanitarian law.The Kingdom also called on Sudan’s neighboring countries to respect Sudan’s sovereignty and independence and to prevent their territories from being used as a launch point for these attacks.On May 4, a drone attack targeted Khartoum International Airport, shaking a brief period of calm and halting operations. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) intercepted the drones, preventing major damage. The airport, located in the capital, was hit on Monday, along with military installations in the Greater Khartoum area.