Malaysia Urges Restraint, Dialogue After Drone Intercepted Near Mecca
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says any threat to the safety and sanctity of Islam's holiest city is "wholly unacceptable."
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim called for restraint and dialogue following the interception of a drone near Mecca, according to a report by Anadolu Agency.
Anwar said any attempt to threaten the safety or sanctity of Islam's holiest city was "wholly unacceptable," the report said.
Details of the drone incident, including who was responsible and how it was intercepted, were not specified in the available report.
The Malaysian leader's remarks come amid broader regional concerns over security threats near sites of religious significance to Muslims worldwide.
Anadolu Agency did not provide further details on the timing or circumstances of the interception, nor on any response from Saudi authorities, who oversee security in Mecca.
This report is based solely on information provided by Anadolu Agency; additional details on the incident could not be independently verified.
Sources
- Malaysia calls for ‘restraint,’ dialogue after drone intercepted near Mecca — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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