The alliance was activated following Houthi militia strikes on Saudi assets, including those at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Pakistan has deployed approximately 8,000 troops in a defensive capacity, though Islamabad denies conducting offensive strikes and states its forces will not enter Yemen. Turkey has provided technical and air defense support while awaiting parliamentary approval, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed readiness for Tehran to join the bloc to promote Islamic unity.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
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Turkey Submits Mecca Pact to Parliament With Mutual Defense Clause
Geopolitics13 hours ago
Details of a 16 article security arrangement between Ankara, Riyadh, and Islamabad emerged after the government filed the agreement with the Turkish Parliament on Tuesday for ratification. The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement treats an attack on any member as an attack on all and mandates mutual logistical support for weapons, ammunition, and equipment. The pact limits intelligence sharing to the three member states, encourages joint production in the defense industry, and establishes a duration of 10 years, with new members requiring unanimous approval.
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