India says it is “deeply concerned” about a drone incident near Mecca and reiterates its condemnation of attacks on Saudi Arabia’s sovereign territory. In a statement, India’s Ministry of External Affairs says the incident is particularly worrying because Mecca has special significance for Muslims worldwide. The ministry also says actions that endanger civilian lives and infrastructure are unacceptable, and it hopes for the early restoration of peace and stability in the region.
The reports reference Saudi Arabia’s account that areas along its western coast, including Mecca, were placed on alert after air defences intercepted and destroyed a drone south of the holy city. Saudi authorities say the drone was destroyed before it entered Mecca’s prohibited airspace, while the Houthis deny targeting Mecca or any Islamic holy site. Context across the coverage indicates broader tensions involving Houthi attacks on Saudi territory and threats to maritime traffic in and around the Red Sea. Across outlets, the emphasis differs mainly in scope: India’s messaging on concern and condemnation is central, while other details come from Saudi and regional accounts of who was involved and whether Mecca was targeted.
