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Erdogan Seeks to Rescue Saudi Arabia with New Defense Pact Amid Regional Struggles

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First reported by Ynet · 5 hours ago

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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.

01Yaakov Nagel calls Saudi Arabia a "paper tiger" due to military and economic weaknesses.
02Saudi Arabia failed to defeat the Houthi rebels despite advanced military assets.
03Riyadh recently signed a surprising agreement with Iran out of security fears.
04New defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan is seen as a political maneuver.
05Saudi Arabia aims to pressure the U.S. over missile and interceptor shortages.
06Turkey's Erdogan is actively involved in the emerging regional security alliance.

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