Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Türkiye have signed a joint defense pact aimed at enhancing regional security, with Iran explicitly stated as not being a target of the agreement. The pact, signed in Makkah, outlines a framework for collective deterrence and mutual defense, treating an attack on one party as an attack on all. Turkish Foreign Minister emphasized that the agreement does not target Iran, which has been a point of tension in the region (aljazeera.com).
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) welcomed the pact, calling it an “important strategic step” that strengthens collective security. The agreement is designed to empower the three nations to respond collectively to external threats and is open to participation by other countries seeking regional stability (dawn.com).
In response to concerns, Turkish Vice President emphasized that the pact was not aimed at any specific country, clarifying its intent to bolster mutual defense rather than provoke regional rivals. Meanwhile, Saudi landmarks were illuminated with the flags of the three nations to mark the historic agreement, highlighting its symbolic and strategic significance (arabnews.pk).
