Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Pakistan pledge mutual defence as Middle East turmoil escalates
The agreement stipulates that an armed attack against any of the three would be regarded as an attack on all.
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye have signed a joint defense pact in Mecca, pledging to defend each other against armed attacks. This agreement comes amid escalating turmoil in the Middle East, with Iran and its allies attacking Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states, and blocking their energy shipments. The pact aims to strengthen collective security and stability in the region and beyond.
While the specifics of the agreement are not detailed, it is purely defensive in nature, pledging mutual support only for defense purposes. The three nations, which all have significant military capabilities, are particularly concerned by the aggressive military stances of Israel and Iran. The political symbolism of the summit is also significant, as it demonstrates a willingness among regional powers to coordinate more closely on security matters.
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