Qatar Strongly Condemns Houthi Attacks on Holy City of Makkah
Doha | September 16, 2026
The State of Qatar strongly condemns Houthi drone attack targeting the holy city of Makkah Al Mukkaramah, describing it as a violation of religious, moral and humanitarian principles.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that Doha condemns in the strongest possible terms any attempt to threaten the sanctity of the holy city and its Masjid Al Haram, Islam's holiest mosque.
The Ministry describes the attack as a "shameful" act of aggression and a "blatant" provocation of the sentiments of more than a billion Muslims around the world.
It further stresses that the sanctity and security of the holy sites and the safety of those visiting them must not be targeted, threatened or used in conflicts.
The Ministry warns that actions endangering Makkah and the Islamic holy sites would constitute a grave escalation and disregard their religious and spiritual significance to Muslims.
The State of Qatar expresses full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and says it supports measures taken by Riyadh to protect its security, territory, Islamic holy sites and pilgrims.
The Ministry also reaffirms Qatar's categorical rejection of attacks on civilians and holy sites, and calls for respect for the sanctity of religious sites and for them to be kept away from the consequences of regional conflicts and escalation.