Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has strongly condemned the dastardly and heinous attempted drone attack against the Holy Site of Makkah Al-Mukarramah.    

In a post on X, he said people of Pakistan are saddened and perturbed by this outrageous act. He said there can be no words strong enough to capture the depth of anguish and sorrow felt by us at this reprehensible and unforgivable act.

The Prime Minister appreciated the extraordinary vigilance, courage, and professionalism of the Royal Saudi Armed Forces, for their swift and heroic action.

Shehbaz Sharif once again called upon all parties to exercise maximum restraint and to step back from the brink of further escalation. He said our region has already suffered far too much from conflict, emphasizing dialogue and diplomacy remain the only sustainable path towards peace.

The Prime Minister said Pakistan stands unwaveringly, shoulder to shoulder with the brotherly Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, in the defence of its sovereignty, and territorial integrity, as well as for the security and sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain a duty that every Pakistani carries close to their heart.