Saudi-Pakistan defence pact: A big military promise, but little impact on the ground

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Pakistan has denied claims that its military is involved in fighting the Houthis in Yemen, despite a defense pact with Saudi Arabia. The report describes intensified Houthi attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure and recent military-leader meetings reaffirming commitments to Saudi security, while noting that Pakistan and Türkiye have not intervened.

The Pakistani government has refuted claims regarding its military involvement against Houthis in Yemen. This denial comes during intensified Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia's oil infrastructure. Pakistan and Türkiye have not intervened in the ongoing conflict, despite treaty obligations to Saudi Arabia. Recent meetings between military leaders from these nations reaffirmed their commitment to Saudi security.