OIC Calls on Muslim World to Take Strong Stance Against Houthis After Reported Attacks on Makkah and Madinah

OIC Secretary-General Ismail bin Sheikh Ahmed strongly condemned the reported attacks and what he described as the desecration of Islamic holy sites.

In a statement posted on social media platform X, the secretary-general said the reported attacks on Makkah, Madinah, Taif, Jeddah and other locations were unacceptable, according to the organisation's statement.

OIC Condemns Reported Attacks Near Arafat

The OIC secretary-general said the reported targeting of Wadi Mughammas, near the plain of Arafat, demonstrated what he described as a disregard for the sanctity of religious sites and the safety of civilians.

He called on the Muslim world to adopt a strong but responsible position to counter Houthi militants and bring an end to what the statement described as criminal acts.

Ahmed also said that any desecration or attack targeting Islamic holy sites amounted to an assault on the wider Muslim community.

OIC Calls for International Action and Accountability

The OIC secretary-general stressed the need for urgent action by the international community against attacks on Islamic holy sites.

He also called for those responsible to be held accountable, emphasising the importance of protecting religious landmarks and civilian populations.

The statement did not specify what particular measures the international community should take.

OIC Reaffirms Support for Saudi Arabia

The OIC secretary-general expressed solidarity with Saudi Arabia and reaffirmed the organisation's support for measures aimed at protecting the kingdom's security, sovereignty and territorial integrity.

The statement comes amid concerns over reported attacks attributed to the Houthi movement and their potential implications for regional security and the protection of religious sites.

The OIC's remarks underscore its call for the protection of Islamic holy places and accountability for those responsible for attacks against them.