Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia test limits of Mecca regional security pact
- Posted on September 26, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Recent Houthi military operations targeting Saudi Arabia have exposed critical vulnerabilities in the regional security alliance centered on Mecca. Despite formal commitments outlined in the agreement, key stakeholders Turkey and Pakistan show reluctance to provide direct military support, raising questions about the pact's effectiveness as a deterrent. Analysts warn this hesitation may significantly undermine the coalition's credibility and capacity to respond to escalating threats in the Arabian Peninsula.
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Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia test limits of Mecca regional security pact
Turkey and Pakistan are unlikely to intervene despite the deal’s terms, which could hobble its deterrent effect, analysts say.
