Multiple sources claimed that residents and visitors in Madina reported a loud explosion and the sight of a missile-like object near Masjid an-Nabawi ﷺ early Thursday morning. Social media video coverage of the incident went viral, and there was talk of a potential missile intercept in Madina.
According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred around 5:43 am local time. A loud blast was heard, and shortly after, a missile was seen in the sky. Social media users claimed the projectile was fired from Yemen towards Israel but was intercepted by Saudi defenses before entering deeper into Saudi airspace.
The videos posted online raised the alarm of a Madina missile attack, yet the authorities not confirmed anything.
No formal statement has been issued by Saudi authorities regarding the Madina missile incident. However, the official page providing updates on the Two Holy Mosques urged the public to avoid speculation and wait for verified information from reliable sources.
A post on the platform X stated: “We are aware of the incident near Masjid an-Nabawi ﷺ at approximately 5:43 am, when a loud explosion was heard and visuals were observed. We request everyone to avoid assumptions and wait for confirmation from official channels.”
Clips of the incident continue to circulate widely, with hashtags linked to the Madina attack trending across various platforms. The term Madina missile intercept has also gained traction as users debate the source and target of the projectile.
Although the event has garnered a lot of publicity online, Saudi officials are yet to confirm the same. The government has urged both locals and tourists not to trust unofficial reports about the Madina missile attack in the area around Masjid an-Nabawi ﷺ.
