Saudi Arabia denies rumors of bombing attempt at Al-Masjid al-Haram in Mecca

Saudi security authorities in the Holy City of Mecca denied the accuracy of rumors circulating across certain social media platforms alleging that an individual attempted to blow himself up inside the Grand Mosque (Al-Masjid al-Haram).

Saudi security authorities clarified that the incident actually involved the apprehension of an individual for harassing pedestrians and inciting panic and terror among them.

They confirmed that the situation was handled immediately by the competent authorities, and necessary legal actions were taken against him.

Security authorities in the Holy City emphasized the falsehood of the circulating allegations regarding the incident, calling on the public to refrain from spreading rumors or unverified information and highlighting the importance of obtaining news solely from official, accredited sources.