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“The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, signed on Aug 7, empowers the three members to consider an armed attack on one member an attack on all.”

“The talks were the first high-level contact between Iran and all members of the Makkah Defence Alliance since Saudi Arabia was drawn deeper into the conflict.”

“Turkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Monday said that the tripartite agreement between Ankara, Islamabad and Riyadh will be known as “Makkah Defence Alliance”, with its first secretary general to be from Pakistan.”

““The government of Pakistan is pleased to announce the appointment of Lt Gen Nauman Mahmood, Hilal-i-Imtiaz (Military), (retired), as the first secretary general pursuant to the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement,””

“… Pakistan is pleased to announce the appointment of Lt Gen Nauman Mahmood, Hilal-i-Imtiaz (Military), (retired), as the first secretary general pursuant to the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement,” the FO said in a handout, referring to the alliance’s initial…”

“… Pakistan is pleased to announce the appointment of Lt Gen Nauman Mahmood, Hilal-i-Imtiaz (Military), (retired), as the first secretary general pursuant to the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement,” the FO said in a handout, referring to the alliance’s initial…”

“It has signed a Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement (SMDA) with Saudi Arabia, the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (MJDA) with Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, and a defence pact with Kuwait.”

“• Turkiye seeks parliamentary nod for defence agreement; officials say Ankara’s support may be limited to provision of weapons, equipment and intelligence sharing • Pakistan has already ratified treaty; only PM and cabinet’s nod required under Article 90 •…”

“Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye signed a joint defence agreement in August under which an attack against one of the countries will be treated as an attack against all of them.”

“Islamabad and Riyadh have signed two defence pacts aimed at collective deterrence, the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement between the two and the Makkah Joint Defence Alliance that also includes Turkiye.”

“The defence minister said that Pakistan would fulfil all its obligations under the Makkah Defence Alliance in accordance with the terms of the agreement between the three countries.”

“…esday met with the newly-appointed Secretary-General of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement Lieutenant General (retd) Nauman Mahmood and was briefed on the strategy to promote “defence and strategic cooperation” under the pact, state-run Radio Pakistan…”

“The defence minister said that Pakistan would fulfil all its obligations under the Makkah Defence Alliance in accordance with the terms of the agreement between the three countries.”

“Defence pact As Saudi Arabia pushes for allied support to reverse Houthi gains, regional states are weighing their involvement under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.”

“Last month, the countries and Turkiye also signed the Makkah Defence Alliance, which stipulates that an attack on one member state would be treated as an attack on all.”

“Pakistan on Thursday said it remained committed “in intent and spirit” to implementing the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement (SMDA) with Saudi Arabia and the trilateral Makkah Defence Alliance.”

“…escribed the visit as “part of the continued efforts by the Makkah Defence Alliance members for de-escalation between parties involved in the ongoing crisis, and promoting dialogue and diplomatic solutions, in support of the mediation efforts carried out by…”

“…ad always stood by each other, adding that the Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement and the Makkah Joint Defence Alliance marked “historic milestones” in their longstanding fraternal relations and reflected their shared commitment to regional peace and…”

“…on Friday (October 9, 2026) said a “substantial number” of its forces and resources were already deployed in Saudi Arabia, reaffirming its commitment to protect the kingdom's sovereignty under the Makkah defence agreement, amid concerns over the Houthi…”

“The defence minister said that Pakistan would fulfil all its obligations under the Makkah Defence Alliance in accordance with the terms of the agreement between the three countries.”

“The defence minister said that Pakistan would fulfil all its obligations under the Makkah Defence Alliance in accordance with the terms of the agreement between the three countries.”

“Arabia to hold strategic political, defence talks today • Yemen’s govt says offensive intended to retake all areas recently captured by Houthis ISTANBUL: Yemen’s internationally-recognised Saudi-backed government on Sunday launched a major military campaign…”

“THERE is no disputing that the coming together of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye comes at a critical juncture for West Asia, even if several aspects around the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement’s precise operationalisation remain unclear.”

“He also highlighted the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed by Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia as a reflection of Pakistan’s commitment to peace.”

“He also highlighted the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed by Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia as a reflection of Pakistan’s commitment to peace.”

“Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met his Saudi Arabian and Turkish counterparts on Friday to review progress on institutionalising the tripartite Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.”

“… Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held phone calls with Saudi Arabian and Turkish foreign ministers on Sunday and followed up on the understandings reached at the inaugural meeting of the Makkah Defence Alliance last month, the Foreign Office (FO)…”

“… and stability beyond its borders, he said, adding that the Makkah Defence Alliance was a manifestation of Pakistan’s growing role in regional security and reflected its commitment to collective defence, mutual security and enduring partnerships with…”