Turkey says defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan is not aimed at Iran or any other country
- Posted on August 8, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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Turkey's foreign minister clarified that the newly established trilateral defense partnership involving Saudi Arabia and Pakistan serves defensive purposes within the region. The pact focuses on strengthening military cooperation and security coordination among the three nations. Officials emphasized that the agreement does not constitute a strategic alliance against Iran or any other state, positioning it as a confidence-building measure aimed at regional stability and mutual defense interests.
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