Makkah Pact Enters Crucial Phase: Asif
Khwaja Asif said Pakistan and Türkiye will stand with Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks rise and a drone is intercepted near Makkah.
- On Wednesday, Defence Minister Khwaja Asif said the Makkah Defence Alliance must be implemented following a Houthi drone attack intercepted near Makkah on Tuesday evening.
- The trilateral pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye mandates mutual defense if any country's territorial integrity is violated, with Asif stating there is "absolutely no ambiguity" about Pakistan's obligation.
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Islamabad stands "shoulder to shoulder" with Saudi Arabia, while Asif described protecting Makkah and Madinah as an "eternal agreement" and religious duty regardless of formal pacts.
- Asif confirmed Pakistan conveyed Saudi Arabia's message to Iran regarding Houthi attacks and stated he does not believe Tehran will open another regional front despite ongoing tensions.
- Disruptions to maritime trade routes including the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab remain critical security concerns, with Asif stressing their stabilization is vital for regional economic health.
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‘Absolutely No Ambiguity’: Pakistan Reaffirms Saudi Defence Pact After Houthi Drone Intercept Near Mecca | 🌎 LatestLY
Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye, saying there is “absolutely no ambiguity” over the pact’s application as Houthi attacks intensify in the kingdom. 🌎 ‘Absolutely No Ambiguity’: Pakistan Reaffirms Saudi Defence Pact After Houthi Drone Intercept Near Mecca.
Pakistan has stated that if Mecca is attacked, there is no need for a treaty to defend it. Muslims are already committed to its defense. Previously, Pakistan had stated that the Mecca Pact would not apply to past conflicts.
‘Absolutely no ambiguity: Pakistan says Mecca pact applies as Saudi Arabia faces Houthi drone threat
Pakistan reiterated its commitment to a defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. This agreement mandates collective deterrence against any armed attack on members. Saudi Arabia reported intercepting a Houthi drone near Mecca, which the Houthis denied. Pakistan emphasized its duty to protect Muslim holy sites, even without a formal pact. The nation also urged diplomacy to prevent wider regional conflict escalation.
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Pakistan to join Saudi Arabia-Houthi conflict? Defence minister says ready to fulfill Mecca Pact obligations
The Makkah, or Mecca, Agreement was signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey on August 7. It contains a collective defence clause under which an attack on any one of the three countries would be considered an attack on all, similar to the principle enshrined in NATO.
Pakistan backs Makkah defence pact after foiled Houthi drone near holy city
Pakistan said it will honour the Makkah defence agreement after Saudi Arabia foiled a Houthi drone near the holy city. The response paired firm backing for Riyadh with calls for restraint, dialogue and regional stability.
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