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Defense Pact Among Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey Raises Concerns in Iran
Iran points out that while this agreement involves three Muslim nations, it is not directly aimed at Tehran.
A defense pact was signed on August 7 between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey in Mecca. This agreement states that an armed attack against one of the signatories will be considered an aggression against all, thereby strengthening military cooperation among these countries.
According to statements reported by RTBF, Iran noted that this agreement indicates a "shift in perception" in the region regarding the United States. Tehran also concluded, as reported by franceinfo, that it had "no reason to worry" that this treaty was directed against it.
Iran highlighted the deep religious and historical ties that exist between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Turkey, and the Islamic Republic. This was emphasized by news sources like franceinfo, which reported Tehran's sentiments regarding the new alliance.
The pact, according to Le Monde, also reflects a desire to contain the influence of the United States and countries like Israel in the region, signifying a change in the security dynamics in the Middle East.