Houthi targeting of Mecca and Madinah a grave escalation, says military analyst
Military analyst Sultan Al-Otaibi warns that Houthi attacks on Mecca and Madinah represent a serious security and military escalation with religious and humanitarian implications.
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AIMilitary and strategic analyst Sultan Al-Otaibi has warned that Houthi militia attacks targeting Mecca and Madinah represent an extremely dangerous escalation both in terms of security and military impact, and carry significant religious and humanitarian implications.
Speaking in an interview with Al-Ekhbariya TV, Al-Otaibi emphasized that Mecca and Madinah hold a special place in the hearts of Muslims worldwide.
He noted that any threat to the security of Mecca and Madinah is an affront to the religious sentiments of Muslims, adding that Saudi Arabia possesses a comprehensive defense system, strong military capabilities, and a high level of readiness to respond to such threats.
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