Turkiye seeks to expand defense pact with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia
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Hakan Fidan (Turkish Foreign Minister)
Middle East
August 7, 2026
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Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Deterrence Agreement. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan expressed interest in expanding the pact to include other countries, specifically mentioning Egypt. Analysts suggest Egypt may be cautious due to potential military obligations and existing strategic alliances.
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