Iran comments on Gulf defense pact
The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman, the Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, and the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan signed a mutual defense agreement in Mecca, aimed at enhancing military cooperation and deterring any potential attack. The agreement is similar to NATO, with the three countries committing to defend each other in case of an attack. It comes amid increasing threats to Saudi Arabia from Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Yemen, alongside indications that the Kingdom is prepared to face attacks from Iran and its allies. Experts view this agreement as reflecting the desire of these nations to strengthen their collective security, despite warnings from Iran that this agreement will not guarantee the Kingdom’s safety.
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