- Houthis, who are Iran-aligned, are firing missiles at Saudi Arabia while the conflict could disrupt Red Sea shipping routes, raising fears of wider geopolitical involvement including Pakistan.
- Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are establishing a security coalition in response to Iranian-backed Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, while Trump is pressured to abandon strikes.
A defense pact has been signed between Turkey and Saudi Arabia as part of the broader security coalition being formed.
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A defense pact has been signed between Turkey and Saudi Arabia as part of the broader security coalition being formed.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.The pact strengthens regional security, amid growing Tehran-Islamabad relations.1 source
Turkey and Saudi Arabia formed a joint defense agreement targeting Iranian aggression.1 source
- A new Middle East alliance involving Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan is viewed as a major threat.Sub-event
Defense pact signed between Turkey and Saudi Arabia.1 source
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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are establishing a security coalition in response to Iranian-backed Houthi attacks in the Red Sea, while Trump is pressured to abandon strikes.Also in this story
- Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey formed a joint defense alliance aimed at deterring Iranian aggression.
- Ongoing strikes on Saudi infrastructure are occurring as regional proxies continue attacks amid the formation of a security coalition.
- Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey signed a mutual defense agreement amidst ongoing Houthi attacks on Saudi targets.
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