Yemen's foreign ministry has strongly condemned Iran-backed Houthi strikes targeting Saudi airports and the holy sites of Mecca and Medina amid rising regional tensions.

Saudi Arabia has declared Mecca a red line after intercepting an explosive drone south of the holy city, heightening tensions as Houthi forces deny the attack.

Saudi-led coalition forces intercepted and destroyed a drone south of Mecca. Houthi officials rejected allegations of targeting the holy city.