Houthis deny report that they attacked Mecca and Medina

Yemen's Houthi rebels officially denied Saudi Arabian claims that they launched missile attacks targeting the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. The denial followed a statement from Riyadh asserting that its forces had successfully intercepted missiles directed toward the two cities.

The Houthis stated that their military operations are specifically focused on Saudi oil facilities rather than religious sites. This exchange highlights the ongoing conflict between the Iran-aligned Houthi movement and the Saudi-led coalition, underscoring the sensitivity surrounding the security of major Islamic landmarks.