Mecca Joint Defense Agreement
Yemen gov’t tightens import controls as Houthis reportedly demand $51 billion from Saudi Arabia
New measures require proof of full payment of customs duties and taxes before international transfers can proceed, raising concerns over added costs for importers in impoverished Yemen.
Saudi Arabia, Syria sign military, financial pacts in Riyadh as ties between countries deepen
Saudi Arabia issues alerts of potential danger in Yanbu as Houthis continue attacks on region
Syria seeks Islamist expansion into Lebanon, Golan to serve Turkish interests, expert tells 'Post'
Saudis ask Trump to 'give diplomacy a chance' on Iran prior to military option, sources tell 'Post'
According to one regional source who spoke with the Post, during the meetings, the Saudis conveyed a request to Iran that Tehran refrain from targeting key Saudi oil and gas facilities.
Erdogan tells Trump Turkey making diplomatic efforts on Strait of Hormuz, Yemen
Erdogan told Trump that Turkey is working to resolve the Strait of Hormuz and Yemen crises through diplomacy, as Iran considers a new Qatar-mediated ceasefire proposal.
Iran security chief meets Supreme Leader Khamenei after talks with Mecca pact countries
State media said Khamenei had stressed the importance of pursuing Iran's interests and maintaining its conditions for ending the war.
Egypt approves military support for Saudi Arabia after Houthi attacks escalate
Egypt has frequently condemned Iranian and Iranian-backed attacks on Gulf countries but has not publicly engaged in direct combat or joined the Mecca mutual defense pact.
Mecca defense pact faces test as Saudi delegation arrives for high-stakes Iran talks - analysis
The test in Tehran is whether the countries can come away with something practical. Skeptics about the pact's members have argued that the three countries are not making the agreement have teeth.
Iran's Baghaei says Israel's election outcome 'doesn't matter' ahead of Mecca pact meeting
He also said that the meeting with the Mecca pact members in Tehran would tackle issues such as Israel's 'expansionist' policies, Lebanon, and the US war with Iran.
Tehran hosts Saudi defense pact states as Iran-backed Houthis launch more attacks
Saudi Arabia will be represented by Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, and Pakistan by army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, the people said on condition of anonymity.
Why Libya’s embrace of Turkey’s maritime deal reshapes the Mediterranean alignment - analysis
With so many condemnations pouring in, why would Libya decide now is a good time to bring up this issue?
What does the text of Pakistan-Saudi Arabia-Turkey defense pact say? - explainer
The permanent secretariat, rotating leadership, regular ministerial meetings, and provision to admit new members suggest something more ambitious than a typical defense-cooperation memorandum.
Turkey to submit mandate to parliament allowing military personnel to be deployed to Saudi Arabia
The lawmaker, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the mandate would be sent to parliament once a bill ratifying the accord has been approved.
