Erdogan Envisions Broader Participation in Makkah Defence Agreement

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that the recently signed Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, involving Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, aims to extend beyond these three countries. According to Erdogan, the agreement is built on the principle of collective deterrence and is open to any peace-seeking regional states.

The Makkah agreement was signed last week as a strategic move to stabilize a region facing extensive conflicts, particularly in light of the ongoing ramifications from the US-Iran tensions impacting regional stability and maritime operations in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea.

Erdogan expressed hope that additional countries would join the pact, emphasizing the importance of a collaborative approach to address the security challenges within the region.