|
    Theme
    National Verified Story

    PM Shehbaz voices solidarity with Saudi Arabia after attempted drone attack on Makkah

    Iqra AzizSeptember 16, 2026 2 min read
    Text Size
    PM Shehbaz voices solidarity with Saudi Arabia after attempted drone attack on Makkah
    National CoverageAman-e-Pakistan Digital Desk
    Key Story Executive Summary
    Quick Read

    PM Shehbaz Sharif condemned the attempted drone attack on Makkah, praised Saudi forces and reaffirmed Pakistan’s support for Saudi Arabia and the security of Ha…

    IISLAMABAD Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday condemned in the strongest possible terms the dastardly and heinous attempted drone attack against the Holy Site of Makkah Al-Mukarramah. The people of Pakistan are saddened and perturbed by this outrageous act.

    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 premier said in a post on X.“We salute the extraordinary vigilance, courage, and professionalism of the Royal Saudi Armed Forces, for their swift and heroic action.”PM Shehbaz Sharif urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint and to step back from the brink of further escalation.

    “Our region has already suffered far too much from conflict. Dialogue and diplomacy remain the only sustainable path towards peace,” he said.

    Key Story Takeaway

    "Stay connected with Aman-e-Pakistan for ongoing live reporting and verified investigative updates."

    “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,” the prime minister concluded.

    I

    Written by Iqra Aziz

    Aman-e-Pakistan Senior Journalist & Bureau Reporter

    Fact Checked & Verified

    Continue Reading: More in National

    Swipe or click arrows to explore National desk coverage

    SC seeks AGP's assistance on FCC jurisdiction in Imran Khan CaseNational

    SC seeks AGP's assistance on FCC jurisdiction in Imran Khan Case

    Read Story
    Leading national contingent at Asian Games is a matter of pride, honour: Fatima LakhaniNational

    Leading national contingent at Asian Games is a matter of pride, honour: Fatima Lakhani

    Read Story
    President Zardari approves Tamgha-e-Shujaat for PIMS nurse Razia NoreenNational

    President Zardari approves Tamgha-e-Shujaat for PIMS nurse Razia Noreen

    Read Story
    Geo Headlines 8AM | 16 September 2026National

    Geo Headlines 8AM | 16 September 2026

    Read Story
    PM condemns 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack on Makkah, reaffirms support for Saudi ArabiaNational

    PM condemns 'dastardly and heinous' attempted drone attack on Makkah, reaffirms support for Saudi Arabia

    Read Story
    Police detain three women over alleged abduction of newborn from PIMSNational

    Police detain three women over alleged abduction of newborn from PIMS

    Read Story