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2026 trilateral defence pact
The Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, formally the Mecca Defence Alliance, is a defence pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey signed into force on 7 August 2026. It builds upon the earlier Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement signed between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia on 17 September 2025 to include Turkey. The pact's ratification was officially announced amidst the 2026 Iran war. The text has not been released.
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Mohammed bin Salman announces a trilateral defense pact with Türkiye and Pakistan to bolster regional stability, while condemning Israel's attacks on Gaza during the Shura Council opening.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announces the Mecca Defense Alliance with Türkiye and Pakistan, saying it aims to strengthen regional stability
Alliance seeks to shield the region from tensions and conflicts while strengthening coordination, says Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.