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New Middle East Defense Pact Strengthens Turkey’s Regional Role and Saudi Ties

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First reported by Maariv · 9 hours ago

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Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan have formed the Makkah Pact, a defense alliance focused on mutual military support and economic cooperation, especially in defense industries. The pact strengthens Turkey’s regional role and includes potential expansion to Egypt. Pakistan’s nuclear capabilities add strategic complexity, raising concerns for Israel about shifting Middle East alliances.

01Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan form the Makkah Pact for mutual military and security support.
02The alliance emphasizes economic cooperation, especially in defense industries like drones and fighter jets.
03Saudi Arabia aims to develop domestic defense capabilities with Turkish expertise.
04Egypt is a potential future member, affecting regional dynamics and Israel’s interests.
05Pakistan’s nuclear and missile technology involvement adds strategic complexity.
06The pact may influence Saudi Arabia’s stance on normalization with Israel under the Abraham Accords.

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