New Sunni Alliance Between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey Challenges Israel’s Regional Position
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Aug 10, 2026
What happened
Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey have formed a new defense alliance that challenges Israel’s role in the Middle East and signals shifting regional dynamics. The pact, signed in Mecca, reflects a Sunni coalition with diverse security interests and raises questions about U.S. influence and the exclusion of other key regional players like the UAE. Recent Houthi attacks in Saudi Arabia underscore ongoing regional tensions.
- 01Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey sign a new defense pact reshaping Middle Eastern alliances.
- 02The agreement highlights a Sunni bloc positioning against Shiite Islam, signed in Mecca, not Riyadh.
- 03Turkey’s NATO membership complicates its dual commitments under the pact.
- 04The pact lacks a unified enemy, reflecting divergent security concerns among members.
- 05The U.S. role is unclear, with Saudi Arabia exploring alternatives to Washington.
- 06The UAE, Egypt, and Bahrain are excluded, with the UAE aligning separately with Israel and India.
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