Erdogan Seeks to Rescue Saudi Arabia with New Defense Pact Amid Regional Struggles
Yaakov Nagel criticized Saudi Arabia's military and economic weaknesses amid its conflict with the Houthis, calling it a "paper tiger." He said Saudi Arabia's new defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan is a political move to pressure the U.S. and counter Iranian threats. Turkish President Erdogan's involvement highlights Turkey's role in this regional alliance.
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- Yaakov Nagel calls Saudi Arabia a "paper tiger" due to military and economic weaknesses.
- Saudi Arabia failed to defeat the Houthi rebels despite advanced military assets.
- Riyadh recently signed a surprising agreement with Iran out of security fears.
- New defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan is seen as a political maneuver.
- Saudi Arabia aims to pressure the U.S. over missile and interceptor shortages.
- Turkey's Erdogan is actively involved in the emerging regional security alliance.
Former Israeli National Security Advisor Yaakov Nagel commented on the emerging defense agreement between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan during a 103FM interview on August 7, 2026. He described Saudi Arabia as a "paper tiger," highlighting its internal struggles despite possessing advanced military assets. Nagel pointed out Saudi Arabia's failure in its conflict against the Houthi rebels, attributing this to ineffective use of sophisticated equipment and a lack of liquidity that has left the kingdom economically vulnerable.
Nagel explained that Saudi Arabia is seeking alternatives due to its severe monetary and security challenges. He noted the kingdom's recent surprising diplomatic move to sign an agreement with Iran, driven by fears of Iranian threats and its militias in the Middle East. While Saudi Arabia holds advanced weaponry and intelligence capabilities, Nagel cautioned that new alliances with Turkey and Pakistan should be viewed skeptically, as Saudi Arabia struggles to effectively leverage its military power on the ground.
He further analyzed Saudi Arabia's motivation as a political maneuver aimed at pressuring the U.S. administration. Nagel said the Saudis are disappointed with the U.S., particularly regarding shortages in missile and interceptor supplies from Western allies. The new defense pact signals Riyadh's intent not to face the Shiite axis alone. The comments came as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan concluded a NATO summit in Ankara, underscoring Turkey's active role in regional security dynamics.
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