Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye will hold a strategic defense meeting in Riyadh to address a recent surge in attacks by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis, according to Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. The meeting, part of a joint defense pact, follows a significant escalation in cross-border violence between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthis. The situation has intensified since a UN-brokered truce in 2022 largely reduced such attacks.
The Strategic Political Defense Committee will review the impact of the Houthis’ increased military activity, which has tested the stability of the region. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have launched more frequent strikes against Saudi Arabia, prompting heightened security measures. The meeting aims to coordinate responses and strengthen regional defense cooperation.
The conflict in Yemen has been a focal point of regional tensions for years. The Houthis, supported by Iran, have been engaged in an ongoing war with the Saudi-led coalition since 2015. The recent escalation marks a return to more aggressive tactics, challenging the fragile peace agreements. The involvement of multiple nations highlights the complexity of the situation and the need for coordinated diplomatic and military strategies.
The meeting underscores the growing concern over Iran’s influence in the region and the potential for further instability. As the situation evolves, the outcomes of this meeting could shape the future of regional security and international relations in the Middle East.
