Iran says no concerns over Türkiye-Saudi-Pakistan pact
Iran has no reason to be concerned that a new defense pact between Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan is directed against Tehran, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Aug. 10.
Baghaei said the agreement reflected a shift in how regional countries approach security, with greater reliance on their own capabilities rather than outside powers.
“Any plan that is based on the geopolitical and historical realities of the region, is comprehensive and inclusive, and correctly identifies the enemy and the threat, has a chance of helping to strengthen security and prevent instability and abuses by the Zionist enemy and its allies,” he said, referring to Israel.
Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed the defense agreement on Aug. 7 amid heightened regional tensions following the conflict between Iran and the United States and growing concerns over maritime security and energy supplies in the Strait of Hormuz.
