The Economic Times

Mecca pact with Pakistan creates uproar in Turkey parliament: MPs ask why risking Turkish youth for foreign governments' political ambitions

Trkiye has approved a defense pact with Pakistan and Saudi Arabia that commits to mutual assistance. This agreement may lead to Turkish support if Pakistan faces conflict with India. Critics in Trkiye have expressed concerns over the implications for national security commitments. The pact includes a ten-year clause preventing member withdrawal, which raises flexibility questions. Parliamentary approval is required before sending Turkish troops, but concerns about political pressure remain.