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Turkish FM calls Netanyahu 'enemy of humanity,' claims Mecca agreement not directed at any country

"The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement is not directed against a specific country," Fidan said, adding that the member states are considering establishing a mechanism to add new members.

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan asserted on Monday that the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement, a collaboration with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, was not aimed at any specific country. He characterized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as an "enemy of security and humanity," alleging that Netanyahu had committed the "crime of genocide."

The agreement, signed in Mecca on August 7, is not directed against a single nation and member states are contemplating establishing a reciprocal alliance capable of addressing issues and open to expansion. Fidan emphasized that the agreement complements the NATO alliance and is based on the principle of defense. He also revealed that a roadmap for other countries to join the pact is being developed.

Speaking at a press conference following the inaugural meeting of the committee formed as part of the agreement, Fidan represented Sunni Muslim US allies concerned about regional conflict.

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