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Pakistan Invokes Mecca Defence Pact Against Houthi Threats

Pakistan Invokes Mecca Defence Pact Against Houthi Threats

The Times of India1h
THE BRIEF
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Pakistan has formally invoked the Mecca defence pact in response to recent threats issued by Houthi rebels against Saudi Arabia, declaring an attack on one as an attack on all.

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The move signals a heightened security stance by Islamabad, which maintains strong geopolitical ties with Riyadh and is committed to the protection of the kingdom's sovereignty.

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The invocation of this specific regional security agreement serves as a direct warning to the Houthi movement regarding their hostile actions toward Saudi territory.