Saudi Arabia and Pakistan sign mutual defence pact

Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a mutual defense pact, declaring that an attack on one will be considered an attack on both. This agreement was prompted by growing Gulf fears over the United States' willingness to constrain Israel, especially after a reported Israeli attack on Qatar. A Saudi official suggested the comprehensive pact could place the kingdom under Pakistan's nuclear umbrella. The deal signals a significant shift in regional alliances, impacting relations with the US, China, and India, as Saudi Arabia seeks new security guarantees.