[RonF]

Say it had exploded above Mecca. Here are some common reactions I see in the Islamic world:

1) "It is a sign from Allah of his displeasure! We have not done enough to carry forth his work among the infidels!"

2) "That was no meteor! The Westerners lie! It was a deliberate attack that was foiled at the last second by Islamic forces. This unprovoked attack is the last straw! Destroy the infidels!"

Both followed by general slaughter.

[kever]

That was pretty funny - that's exactly what they would say!

[Salgak]

OTOH, say it had OBLITERATED Mecca. . . imagine the reaction then. . .