A pact has been formed between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to deter Iranian aggression, driven by doubts regarding the United States' protection.

The entities involved

• Pakistan →

  sovereign state in South Asia

  • US-Iran truce aims to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid global monetary policy shifts and oil price drops.Mon 17:37
  • Pakistan is establishing long-term economic cooperation with Central Asia, including plans to join the International North-South Transport Corridor.Mon 17:36
• Saudi Arabia →

  country in West Asia

  • Escalating conflict involves Iran and Saudi Arabia, with fighting intensifying between Saudi-backed forces and Houthis. Karami warns of a firm response to miscalculation.Mon 17:52
  • Ishaq Dar attended an R-4 meeting in Cairo today, contributing to ongoing diplomatic efforts.Mon 17:12

Related events

• Türkiye signed a defense agreement with Pakistan, which is expected to shift the strategic environment for India-Pakistan relations.Aug 12
• Pakistan and Saudi Arabia strengthen their mutual defense agreement.Aug 15
• A defense pact has been signed between Turkey and Saudi Arabia as part of the broader security coalition being formed.Aug 7
• Pakistan, the US, Iran, China, and other regional players are engaged in high-level diplomatic efforts focused on mediating US-Iran tensions and coordinating regional security issues.Jul 24
• Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are maintaining defense and economic ties while navigating the escalation of Houthi attacks.Sep 15