Saudi Arabia turns to Pakistan, Turkey as US refuses to intervene against Houthi threat - analysis
The kingdom is searching for friends beyond Washington, for allies ready to put rockets where the rhetoric is and assist in a fight Saudi Arabia considers existential.
Saudi Arabia has turned to Pakistan and Turkey for assistance in dealing with the threat posed by the Houthi rebels, as the United States has refused to intervene. The kingdom has been searching for allies to help defend against the attacks on its infrastructure and energy exports, particularly through the Red Sea. Over the past few months, Saudi Arabia has bolstered its military-focused diplomacy, including the creation of a 15-nation maritime alliance and a NATO-inspired security pact with Turkey and Pakistan.
The kingdom has also seen a decrease in oil production and GDP due to the ongoing conflict. Despite initial interest from the US, the Saudis believe that Washington may not be able or willing to assist, leading them to turn to their friends in Pakistan and Turkey for help.
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