The ministry said attacks on civilians, civilian infrastructure and sacred places violated international humanitarian law and threatened regional security. Its statement followed renewed exchanges of attacks between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthi movement.
Nairobi highlighted threats to shipping in the Red Sea and the Strait of Hormuz, warning that disruption to trade and freedom of navigation could affect global economic stability and energy security. It called for an end to attacks on merchant and commercial vessels.
Kenya also urged respect for international law and implementation of relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions concerning Yemen and the Houthis, including obligations under the arms embargo. The government said it would work with international partners to protect maritime security and legitimate trade.
The latest violence has caused civilian casualties. Saudi authorities said debris from an intercepted drone fell in Taif on Thursday, killing a Yemeni resident and injuring a Saudi woman and a Pakistani resident.
The Kenyan government said it remained concerned about its citizens living and working in Saudi Arabia, as well as those travelling there for pilgrimage. It expressed solidarity with the kingdom in protecting its population, the Two Holy Mosques and visiting pilgrims, including Kenyans.
The statement reaffirmed that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states are protected under the United Nations Charter. Kenya also reiterated its support for Yemen's unity, sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.
Renewed fighting between Saudi-backed forces and the Houthis has added to displacement and humanitarian hardship in Yemen. Reuters reported on Friday that more than 112,000 people had been displaced within the country during the latest escalation.
Nairobi urged all parties to de-escalate and backed a political settlement led and owned by Yemenis under United Nations auspices as the durable route to peace. The ministry also reaffirmed Kenya's commitment to its longstanding relations with Saudi Arabia, placing civilian safety, secure sea routes and a negotiated settlement at the center of its response.