Saudi Arabian Grand Mufti Fevzan Calls for the Army to Fight Against the Houthis
Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia Salih al-Fevzan called on army members to be ready to fight against the Houthis.
Quick Look
- Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia Salih al-Fevzan called on the army and Arab Coalition forces to be ready to fight against the Houthis.
- On the other hand, 6 ballistic missiles targeting Taif and Yenbu were blocked.
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Why It Matters
Coalition forces led by Saudi Arabia have been fighting against the Houthis in Yemen for a long time.
Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia Salih al-Fevzan stated that restoring security and stability in Yemen is one of the priority tasks and called on the army members to be ready to fight against the Houthis.
CALL TO THE ARMY FROM THE GRAND MUFTI OF SAUDI ARABIA
According to the news of Saudi Arabia's official news agency SPA, Fevzan called on the Arab Coalition forces led by Saudi Arabia and the soldiers serving in the Saudi Arabian army to fulfill their duties in unity.
Stating that restoring security and stability in Yemen is one of the most important tasks, Fevzan called on the Arab Coalition forces to keep their ranks tight.
Fevzan said, "Know that you are fighting an enemy who spread discord in the country, divided the people, rebelled against their rulers and tried to harm the sacred things of Muslims." he said.
"YOU MUST BE READY TO DO YOUR DUTY"
Calling on the soldiers in the Saudi Arabian army to fulfill their duties patiently, Fevzan said, "You must always be ready to do your duty, listen to your superiors and field commanders, and carry out their orders with utmost precision." he said.
Fevzan stated that protecting the country, positioning in border areas and repelling attacks are among the most important duties.
Stating that it is necessary to fight against attacks on Saudi Arabia's lands, Fevzan gave the message that lives can be sacrificed to protect the country due to the existence of holy places belonging to Muslims.
AN EMERGENCY WARNING WAS MADE FOR MECCA, JEDDAH, TAIF, YANBU AND TABUK REGIONS
In the statement made by the General Directorate of Civil Defense of Saudi Arabia on the social media platform of the US-based company
In the statement, the people of the region were called to comply with the instructions of the Civil Defense teams, to stay away from gathering areas and not to take pictures in order to protect the safety of life and property.
The General Directorate of Civil Defense later issued another statement and announced that the danger in question was over.
6 MISSILES LAUNCHED BY THE Houthis WERE BLOCKED
Brigadier General Turki al-Maliki, Spokesperson of the Arab Coalition led by Saudi Arabia, announced in his statement on the social media account of the US-based company X that 6 ballistic missiles launched by the Houthis were blocked and destroyed.
Stating that the attacks targeting Taif and Yenbu were also prevented by air defense systems, Maliki stated that they will resolutely resist the attacks of the Houthis.
Open Questions
- What is the exact point from which the intercepted missiles were launched?
- What is the source of the danger that caused the civil defense warning?


