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Former US President Donald Trump lauded a new defense pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, calling it a "BIG, BOLD, IMPORTANT FIRST STEP." He shared his approval on his Truth Social platform Sunday, stating the agreement "shows how the Middle East is coming together, and how Countries will finally be able to defend themselves in a more meaningful way."

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Very happy to see that Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have recently, and finally, signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement.

The three-way agreement, officially signed on August 7, is seen as a move to bolster regional security amid escalating tensions. Pakistan's foreign ministry indicated that an attack on any member nation would be considered an attack on all, emphasizing the pact's role in strengthening "collective deterrence."

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It shows how the Middle East is coming together, and how Countries will finally be able to defend themselves in a more meaningful way.

The pact also declares a "shared commitment to further strengthening their collective security and to promoting peace, security and stability in the region and beyond." Notably, the three countries have committed to participating in efforts to resolve the ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran. This regional alignment comes as Iran-backed Houthi rebels have increased attacks in the region.

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BIG, BOLD, IMPORTANT FIRST STEP.