Islamabad: Federal Minister for Communications and President of the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP), Abdul Aleem Khan, on Wednesday strongly condemned the attempted drone attack against the holy city of Makkah Al-Mukarramah, terming it totally unacceptable.
In a message posted on X, he said any attempt to target a sacred city like Makkah Al-Mukarramah amounted to hurting the sentiments of the entire Muslim Ummah.
He said the sanctity of the Haramain Sharifain was an integral part of every Muslim’s faith and belief and must be respected under all circumstances.
The minister said the sanctity of Makkah Al-Mukarramah and the safety of pilgrims must not be compromised in any way. Pakistan, he added, stood in complete solidarity with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia regarding its security, sovereignty and territorial integrity and remained committed to the protection of the Haramain Sharifain.
Abdul Aleem Khan said the region was already facing various threats and tensions; therefore, the path of violence and escalation must be abandoned in the interest of peace and stability.
He said Muslim countries should, through mutual consultation and unity, work together to find collective solutions for lasting peace and stability in the region.
He reiterated that respect for and protection of the sacred places of the Muslim Ummah were of fundamental importance to every Muslim.