The Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces intercepted and destroyed a UAV launched by the Houthi militia toward Makkah before it entered prohibited airspace.
According to SPA, the General Secretariat of the Arab Interior Ministers Council issued a statement on September 17, 2026, strongly condemning the reports of the attack. The Secretariat described the act as a cowardly terrorist attack and a blatant violation of international law.
The Council stated that the launch was a flagrant breach of the sanctity of the holy sites and the Grand Mosque, serving as a provocation to the feelings of all Muslims. The General Secretariat affirmed its complete support and solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia regarding measures taken to protect its territory, holy sites, and the safety of residents and citizens.
What happened regarding the UAV launch toward Makkah? The Houthi militia launched a UAV toward Makkah, but the Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces successfully intercepted and destroyed the aircraft. This action prevented the UAV from entering the prohibited airspace of Makkah, according to reports condemned by the General Secretariat of the Arab Interior Ministers Council.
How did the Arab Interior Ministers Council describe the UAV attack? The General Secretariat of the Arab Interior Ministers Council described the event as a cowardly terrorist attack and a blatant violation of international law. It further stated that the launch was a flagrant breach of the sanctity of the holy sites and the Grand Mosque.
What is the position of the Arab Interior Ministers Council toward Saudi Arabia? The General Secretariat affirmed its full solidarity and complete support for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This support extends to the measures the Kingdom takes to preserve its security and stability, protect its territory and holy sites, and safeguard the safety of its citizens and residents.