Amman, Sept. 17 (Petra)-- Lower House Speaker Mazen Al-Qadi strongly condemned the "heinous attempt" to target Mecca Al-Mukarramah with a drone, stressing that undermining the security of Saudi Arabia or exposing its territory and Islamic holy sites to any danger constitutes a serious violation that cannot be tolerated.

Al-Qadi said that targeting Mecca, which holds a deeply rooted place in the hearts of Muslims, does not constitute an attack on Saudi Arabia alone, but also provokes the feelings of Muslims around the world and threatens the sanctity of the holy sites.

He stressed that the security and stability of Saudi Arabia are an essential part of regional security, adding that any attempts to destabilize the Kingdom or endanger the lives of citizens and residents require a clear international stance rejecting attacks on civilians and holy sites and reaffirming the need to abide by international law.

Al-Qadi also expressed full solidarity with Saudi Shura Council Speaker Abdullah bin Mohammed Al Al-Sheikh, the Shura Council and the Saudi people, affirming Jordan’s support for the Kingdom in confronting anything that threatens its security and territorial integrity.

He wished Saudi Arabia continued security and stability.

//Petra// MF