August 7, 2026

Saudi Arabia Signs Defense Pact with Pakistan and Turkey

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey signed a NATO-style mutual defense pact in Mecca.
The pact commits the countries to collective defense against any aggression, potentially involving them in regional conflicts.
This agreement aims to strengthen Saudi Arabia's security amid doubts over U.S. reliability as a protector.
Iran expressed dissatisfaction with the pact, stating it will not ensure Saudi security.

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