Mecca: (RightNow) Saudi Civil Defense issued alerts for potential threats in Mecca, Jeddah, Taif, and Yanbu. The warning was retracted shortly after being issued.

The department advised residents to move to safe locations immediately. Mecca is the holiest city for Muslims, while Jeddah is located on the Red Sea coast.

Authorities, despite retracting the alert, have advised the public to remain cautious. They also issued legal warnings against sharing images of missiles or drones.

No reasons or details of the potential threat were provided. After the alert was withdrawn, no damage was reported.

It is noteworthy that Saudi Arabia has previously faced missile and drone attacks from Houthi rebels.