Saudi forces intercept drone over Mecca
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News reports say Saudi forces intercepted a drone over the Mecca region. The news comes at a time when the kingdom is following the security situation in the area with great attention.
According to the reports, the drone belonged to the Houthi group in Yemen. The available sources did not provide further details about the drone's trajectory or the target it was seeking.
Mecca is one of the most important cities in the Islamic world, as millions of Muslims visit it every year to perform the rites of Hajj and Umrah. For this reason, Saudi authorities place particular importance on the security of the city and the safety of its visitors and residents.
So far, official bodies have not released full details about this incident. The available sources contain no information about any damage or injuries. Readers will follow any new information announced by the competent authorities.
Sources: The Siasat Daily
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