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Iran says no reason to fear Pakistan-Turkey-Saudi security pact

DUBAI, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Iran sees no reason to be concerned that a new security pact between Pakistan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia is directed against Tehran, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday. Baghaei said the pact showed a shift in regional countries' approach to security, with greater reliance on their own capabilities rather than outside powers.

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Pakistan claims Mecca defense pact is purely defensive and open to other nations

He said the Mecca Agreement is the result of several years of discussions and mutual consultations, aimed at strengthening strategic cooperation to address various security challenges, promote peace.

  • Pakistan's Deputy PM Ishaq Dar states Mecca pact is defensive, open to others
  • Agreement aims to enhance peace, stability, and prosperity in region
  • External attack on any signatory considered attack on all three nations

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