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Sources tell the Financial Times that Pakistan's Army Chief, Asim Munir, urged Iran to curb Houthi attacks against Saudi Arabia before Islamabad was compelled to defend the kingdom under a mutual defense agreement signed between the two last month. The demands come amidst escalating Houthi missile and drone attacks on Saudi cities and energy facilities, which have led to an increase in oil prices. Although Iran claims that the Houthis act independently, these attacks support its interests by raising global energy prices and put Pakistan in a difficult position after deploying fighter jets to Saudi bases, while Pakistan affirms its commitment to implementing its defense agreements with Saudi Arabia.
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