By Zamzam Daqare - Reporter
Mogadishu, 16 September 2026 Somalia on Wednesday condemned an attempted drone attack targeting the holy city of Mecca that was intercepted by the Saudi Air Defence Forces.
The government also condemned recent attacks targeting civilian areas in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Somalia stands in solidarity with Saudi Arabia, reaffirming its support for the Kingdom’s right to protect its territory, its people and the holy sites of Islam.
Somalia reiterated its close relations and cooperation with Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the importance of maintaining security and stability in the region.