Makkah was the target of a hostile drone launched by the Houthi militia on September 15, 2026. The Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces intercepted and destroyed the drone before it entered the restricted airspace of the city.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, according to SPA, condemned and denounced the attack, describing it as a provocation to the sentiments of Muslims worldwide. This event marks the second attempt by the Houthi militia to target Makkah, following a previous attempt on July 27, 2017.
The Kingdom called on the international community to take a firm stance against Houthi attacks on civilian and economic facilities, holy sites, and threats to international trade, commercial shipping, and maritime navigation freedom.
Saudi Arabia reiterated its right to take necessary measures to defend its territory, citizens, residents, and the security of the pilgrims and visitors at the Two Holy Mosques.
When did the Houthi militia target Makkah with a drone? The Houthi militia launched a hostile drone toward Makkah on September 15, 2026. This incident was noted as the second such attempt to target the city, with the first attempt occurring on July 27, 2017.
How did Saudi Arabia respond to the drone attack on September 15? The Royal Saudi Air Defense Forces responded to the attack with vigilance, successfully intercepting and destroying the drone. This action prevented the drone from entering the restricted airspace of Makkah.
What demands did the Kingdom make to the international community? The Kingdom called for the international community to condemn these grave attacks and take a firm stance against the Houthi militia. This includes opposing attacks on holy sites, economic and civilian facilities, and threats to international trade and maritime navigation.