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Saudi defense minister, Pakistan army chief discuss attacks on Mecca and Saudi facilities

Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman said Saturday he discussed with Pakistani army chief General Asim Munir what he called wicked attacks targeting Mecca and civilian and economic facilities in the kingdom. The statement did not specify further details about the nature of the attacks or who was responsible.

CNN بالعربيةSaturday, September 26, 2026, 02:22

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The meeting underscores deepening security coordination between Riyadh and Islamabad, and highlights the sensitivity of any alleged threat to Mecca given its religious significance to Muslims worldwide.

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