Pakistan reiterated its commitment to a defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. This agreement mandates collective deterrence against any armed attack on members.
Saudi Arabia reported intercepting a Houthi drone near Mecca, which the Houthis denied. Pakistan emphasized its duty to protect Muslim holy sites, even without a formal pact.
The nation also urged diplomacy to prevent wider regional conflict escalation.
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