Conflict · Mecca, Saudi Arabia · October 6, 2026

Turkey and Pakistan agree to send troops against Houthis

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 4, 8:00 PM ET

Turkey and Pakistan agreed to deploy troops under the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement to support Saudi and Yemeni forces fighting the Houthis. The alliance said it would activate collective deterrence measures.

Why it matters

Direct involvement of Turkish and Pakistani forces would internationalize the Yemen conflict further.

Background

Saudi Arabia has sought regional partners in its long-running conflict with the Houthis. Pakistan and Turkey are major military powers with close ties to Riyadh.

Sources

• Al Jazeera ↗October 5, 2026

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