Pakistan's Defence Minister Signals Commitment to Mecca Defence Agreement Amid Regional Tensions

Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has called for the implementation of the Mecca Defence Agreement, reaffirming Islamabad's commitment to protecting Saudi Arabia and its holy sites. He also disclosed that Pakistan delivered a Saudi message to Iran regarding concerns over Houthi attacks, highlighting Pakistan's dual role as both a defence partner and a diplomatic intermediary in the region.