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India 'Deeply Concerned' over Alleged Houthi Drone Attack Near Mecca, Calls for Regional Peace
India said the attack threatened civilian lives and infrastructure, as Saudi air defenses intercepted the drone before it entered Mecca’s prohibited airspace.
- On Tuesday, Saudi authorities intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone south of Mecca, neutralizing the threat before it entered the holy city's prohibited airspace.
- The incident marks broader escalation between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-aligned group, following September 9 attacks that injured at least 73 civilians and a September 12 shutdown of the 1,200-km East-West oil pipeline.
- India strongly condemned the attack, with The Ministry of External Affairs expressing concern over threats to civilian lives and emphasizing Mecca's special significance to Muslims worldwide.
- Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday condemned the "dastardly and heinous" attempted drone attack, praising the Royal Saudi Armed Forces for their "extraordinary vigilance, courage and professionalism."
- Sharif reaffirmed that Pakistan stands "unwaveringly shoulder to shoulder" with the Kingdom, stating "dialogue and diplomacy remain the only sustainable path towards peace" while protecting the security and sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain.
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India condemns drone attack near Mecca, strikes on civilians and infrastructure
External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said the incident was deeply concerning due to the site's religious significance, while India hoped for an early restoration of regional peace and stability.
·Noida, India
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Pakistan condemns 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack on Mecca, but doesn't name Houthis
Several areas along Saudi Arabia's western coast, including the holy city of Mecca, were placed on security alert after Saudi authorities said their air defences had intercepted and destroyed a Houthi drone south of the city.
·Noida, India
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