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Pakistan Army Declares Full Military Support to Protect Saudi Arabia
Reported by Neha Sharma (Staff Writer) · The Hindu - International ·
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Support for Saudi Arabia
Pakistan is providing whatever support is needed to protect Saudi Arabia's sovereignty, territorial integrity, and holy sites amidst attacks by Yemen's Houthis. Pakistan military spokesperson Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry stated that the security of the Two Holy Mosques is paramount and non-negotiable.
Defence Agreement and Response
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye signed a joint defence agreement in August where an attack on one nation counts as an attack on all three. Mr. Chaudhry noted that Pakistan's reaction to the Houthi attacks is one of anger. He added that the alliance is purely defensive and cites Article 51 of the UN Charter.
Regional Diplomacy and Maritime Security
Islamabad is engaging with all parties, including Iran, to exercise restraint and reduce tensions. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has formed a multinational maritime defence coalition for the Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the Strait of Hormuz, with a Pakistani naval officer serving as its deputy commander.
Context
Regional security alliances often form to deter external threats and protect vital trade routes in the Middle East. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia share long-standing military and economic ties, which frequently include joint defence cooperation and troop deployments.
ExplainerWhy this matters
What Happened
Pakistan military spokesperson Lt. Gen. Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry confirmed that Pakistan is supplying necessary support to defend Saudi Arabia's territory and holy sites from Houthi attacks under a joint defence pact signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye in August.
Why It Matters
This trilateral defence pact establishes a collective deterrence mechanism where an attack on one member is treated as an attack on all three. It signals a stronger security alignment in the region, drawing on Article 51 of the UN Charter to justify defensive measures against ongoing threats.
What Happens Next
Pakistan and its allies will continue diplomatic efforts to dial down regional escalation with parties like Iran while maintaining collective deterrence. Future steps will depend on whether Houthi attacks continue and if other nations choose to join the alliance.
