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Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey Sign Mutual Defense Pact in Mecca, Signaling New Regional Security Architecture.

In a ceremony held yesterday in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye signed a mutual defense agreement that redefines Middle East security. Under the pact, an attack on one member is considered an attack on all three, marking a shift toward a regional security architecture independent of American military bases.

Al Jazeera

Trump’s top general urges de‑escalation of Iran war; US moves to open Strait of Hormuz and forge Sunni defence pact.

Ahead of a tightening conflict in the Middle East, Gen. Dan Caine has privately asked senior Trump advisers to find a way out of the Iran war. The administration is also working on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and solidifying a new defence pact among Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey.

The Express Tribune

Houthi Missile and Drone Attacks Kill 58 Yemeni Government Troops, Pakistani Among Injured Civilians.

Yemen’s ruling forces suffered the deadliest blow of the last four years when Houthi rebels launched missile and drone strikes that killed at least 58 soldiers and wounded 11 civilians, including a Pakistani national.

The Express Tribune

Captain martyred and seven terrorists killed in intelligence‑based operation in Hangu district, ISPR reports.

During a Friday operation in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Hangu district, a 27‑year‑old captain was killed while seven terrorists affiliated with the banned Tehreek‑i‑Taliban Pakistan were neutralised, ISPR said.

Dawn

Saudi Arabia warns of north‑south attacks on ports and airports by Iraqi militias linked to Iran‑backed Houthis, amid defence pact with Turkey and Pakistan.

Saudi Arabia has issued warnings of imminent attacks from Iraqi militias tied to Iran‑backed Houthis aimed at ports and airports. The government cited a looming two‑pronged strike from the north and south and noted a new defence agreement with Turkey and Pakistan.

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Trump Faces Stranding Choices as Iran‑Oman Strait Agreement Negotiated Amid War’s Sixth Month, Dilemma Deepens.

In the sixth month of the U.S.‑Iran war, President Donald Trump contends with an emerging Iran‑Oman agreement that could hand control of the Strait of Hormuz to Tehran. With limited alternatives, the administration’s next moves could solidify a military stalemate or force a diplomatic concession ahead of the November midterms.

The Express Tribune

Gen. Jack Keane Questions Trust in Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar for Iran Talks, Citing Trump’s Gaza Deal as Progress.

U.S. General Jack Keane has expressed doubts about the reliability of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar in Iran negotiations, noting that Trump’s Gaza peace deal is a significant advance while Pakistan is not serving as a mediator.

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Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir says Pakistan will deepen defence and security ties with Somalia to support regional stability.

At Pakistan’s General Headquarters, CDF Munir met Somalia’s Defence Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi to discuss expanded military cooperation and joint efforts against common security threats.

Dawn

Pakistan Military Kills 12 Terrorists in Balochistan’s Mastung and Washuk Districts as Part of Counterterrorism Campaign.

Two intelligence‑based operations in Balochistan’s Washuk and Mastung districts resulted in the deaths of 12 terrorists belonging to the group Fitna‑al‑Hindustan, according to the Inter‑Services Public Relations.

Dawn

Somali Defence Minister Meets Pakistan's Chief of Defence, Lauds Armed Forces Contribution to Regional Stability.

Somalia’s defence minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi visited Pakistan’s General Headquarters to meet Field Marshal Asim Munir. He praised Pakistan’s armed forces for supporting regional peace and highlighted plans to deepen military cooperation.

The Express Tribune

WorldAug 5, 2026

Somalia and Pakistan Sign Five-Year Defense and Security Pact, Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation in the Horn of Africa and South Asia.

Somalia and Pakistan have signed a new five‑year defense and security agreement, marking an important step in their political and military collaboration.

Google News - Pakistan

Pakistan Army Swaps WhatsApp for China‑sourced WeChat Amid Growing Spying and Hacking Concerns this year.

Pakistan's army has decided to replace WhatsApp with the Chinese messaging app WeChat after concerns that the former could be used for spying and hacking. The shift, noted by NDTV, reflects heightened security worries.

Google News - Pakistan

Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff Visits National Disaster Management Authority to Receive Briefing on National Disaster Preparedness Measures.

Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff (COAS) visited the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and received a briefing on the country’s disaster preparedness initiatives.

Google News - Pakistan

Jordan Convenes Emergency Meeting Over Israel’s Potential to Trigger Religious Conflict, Faces Rising Regional Tension.

Jordan has called an emergency meeting to address concerns that Israeli actions could spark religious conflict. The meeting follows calls from Pakistan and Egypt condemning military actions in Gaza, while Turkey’s representative is slated to attend a Jerusalem summit hosted by Jordan.

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