MILITARY● ELEVATEDAug 17 · Aug 17, 2026, 3:15 AM
Trump Backs Big , Bold Mecca Defence Pact as Saudi Arabia , Türkiye and Pakistan Form New Security Alliance
gulfnews.com · United Arab Emirates
Former President Trump supports a significant Mecca Defence Pact as Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Pakistan establish a new security alliance. This development indicates a notable shift in regional defense strategies.
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