Qatar Strongly Condemns Houthi Attacks on Holy City of Makkah

Doha, September 16, 2026 : The State of Qatar has strongly condemned a Houthi drone attack targeting the holy city of Makkah Al Mukarramah, describing it as a violation of religious, moral, and humanitarian principles.

Ministry Denounces Threat to Islam's Holiest Site

A Ministry of Foreign Affairs statement issued Wednesday said Doha condemned 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 statement described the attack as a "shameful" act of aggression and a "blatant" provocation of the sentiments of more than a billion Muslims worldwide.

Holy Sites Must Not Be Targeted, Statement Stresses

The Ministry stressed that the sanctity and security of holy sites, along with the safety of those visiting them, must never be targeted, threatened, or drawn into conflict. It warned that actions endangering Makkah and other Islamic holy sites would constitute a grave escalation and a disregard for their religious and spiritual significance to Muslims.

Qatar Reaffirms Solidarity with Saudi Arabia

The State of Qatar expressed full solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and voiced support for measures taken by Riyadh to protect its security, territory, Islamic holy sites, and pilgrims.

Ministry Renews Rejection of Attacks on Civilians, Holy Sites

The Ministry also reaffirmed Qatar's categorical rejection of attacks on civilians and holy sites, calling for respect for the sanctity of religious sites and urging that they be spared the consequences of regional conflicts and escalation.

Source: QNA