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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan form defense pact amid US disengagement concerns

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Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have formed a defense pact, which analysts suggest could serve as a geopolitical counterweight amid perceived disengagement from the United States. The agreement is framed as a deterrent rather than a military coalition, with signatories emphasizing its non-threatening nature and openness to other regional nations. Observers anticipate potential expansion, with Qatar and Kuwait identified as likely candidates for future membership due to existing defense ties. AI

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Tom Hussain ·

    How Saudi Arabia-Turkey-Pakistan defence pact acts as ‘insurance’ over US disengagement

    A defence pact among Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan appears to be aimed at deterring Iran and Israel from tearing up the Middle East with their conflict amid Washington’s inability to guarantee regional security, observers say. Under the terms of the deal signed on Friday in M…

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