--- title: "Pakistan, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia Sign Trilateral Defence Pact" description: "Most outlets led with the announcement of joint military exercises under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, emphasizing the trilateral coordination between the three countries. Several also noted the inclusion of senior ministerial groupings and expanded defence industry cooperation. The Business Recorder and 24 News HD specifically mentioned the agreement being signed last week, while the Daily Times and Pakistan Observer highlighted the pact’s aim to strengthen defence ties. No outlet explicitly linked the pact to the US-Israeli war on Iran, though Dunya News briefly mentioned the broader regional context." url: https://harzaviya.com/stories/1815-pm-shehbaz-expected-to-visit-saudi-arabia-on-aug-8-for-key site: HarZaviya language: en --- # Pakistan, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia Sign Trilateral Defence Pact pakistan · latest filing 14 Aug 2026, 10:03 AM PKT · 4–14 Aug 2026 · 245 articles from 16 outlets over 11 developments ## How it developed Newest development first. Each carries its own coverage and, where we have one, our summary of it. ### 13 Aug 2026 — Pakistan, Türkiye, Saudi Arabia Sign Trilateral Defence Pact (5 outlets) > Most outlets led with the announcement of joint military exercises under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, emphasizing the trilateral coordination between the three countries. Several also noted the inclusion of senior ministerial groupings and expanded defence industry cooperation. The Business Recorder and 24 News HD specifically mentioned the agreement being signed last week, while the Daily Times and Pakistan Observer highlighted the pact’s aim to strengthen defence ties. No outlet explicitly linked the pact to the US-Israeli war on Iran, though Dunya News briefly mentioned the broader regional context. - **24 News HD** — [Turkey unveils mechanisms of Makkah pact with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia](https://www.24newshd.tv/14-Aug-2026/turkey-unveils-mechanisms-makkah-pact-pakistan-saudi-arabia) · 14 Aug 2026, 10:03 AM PKT > Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia will group senior ministers, hold ‌joint exercises and deepen defence industry cooperation under Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed between the regional powers last week, Turkey's defence ministry said. - **Daily Times** — [Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan plan joint military exercises](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1538239/turkey-saudi-arabia-and-pakistan-plan-joint-military-exercises/) · 14 Aug 2026, 9:48 AM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will conduct joint military exercises under their new Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. The agreement aims to strengthen defence ties between the three countries. Turkey’s Defence Ministry said the deal would create a stronger and more lasting military partnership. It was signed on August 7 as the three countries seek closer […] - **Business Recorder** — [Trilateral Makkah Accord becoming much clearer](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40434776/trilateral-makkah-accord-becoming-much-clearer) · 14 Aug 2026, 6:00 AM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > ANKARA: Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will group senior ministers, hold joint exercises and deepen defence industry cooperation under a military pact signed between the regional powers last week, Turkiye’s defence ministry said on Thursday. The three Sunni Muslim US allies, alarmed by a regional conflagration that has brought Iranian missile fire onto Gulf oil exporters, signed the “Makkah... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Deepen Defence Ties Under Trilateral Pact](https://pakobserver.net/turkiye-saudi-arabia-pakistan-deepen-defence-ties-under-trilateral-pact/) · 13 Aug 2026, 9:57 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan are set to strengthen their partnership through high-level coordination, joint military exercises and expanded industry… - **Dunya News** — [Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia will form political, military mechanisms to coordinate under defence pact, Ankara says](https://dunyanews.tv/en/World/967791-pakistan-turkiye-saudi-arabia-will-form-political-military-mechanis) · 13 Aug 2026, 6:55 PM PKT · 83% identical wording to the newest filing > The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement was signed last week as the Middle East grapples with fallout from the US-Israeli war on Iran ### 12 Aug 2026 — Erdogan eyes expansion of Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (8 outlets) > Most outlets led with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's statement expressing hope for more countries to join the defence pact signed by Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. A few also noted the formation of political and military mechanisms under the agreement, as mentioned by Turkey’s defence ministry. While the majority focused on the potential expansion of the pact, one unnamed outlet framed the agreement as a "Muslim trio of collective deterrence, peace & prosperity." The framing of the pact’s regional significance varied, with one excerpt referencing the impact of the US-Iran war on regional security dynamics. - **Geo News** — [Defence pact: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye to establish ‘political, military mechanisms'](https://www.geo.tv/latest/677470-defence-pact-pakistan-saudi-arabia-turkiye-to-establish-political-military-mechanisms) · 13 Aug 2026, 5:10 PM PKT > Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif pose after signing the joint defence agreement in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, August 7, 2026. — ReutersThree countries to hold joint military exercises: Ankara.Says defence ties to be... - **The Express Tribune** — [Türkiye-Pakistan-Saudi Arabia defence pact aims to boost joint military capabilities: Turkish Defence Ministry](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2623739/turkiye-pakistan-saudi-arabia-defence-pact-aims-to-boost-capabilities-turkish-defence-ministry) · 13 Aug 2026, 4:49 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Spokesperson says joint agreement is defensive in nature, does not identify any country as common enemy - **Dawn** — [Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia will form political, military mechanisms to coordinate under defence pact, Ankara says](https://www.dawn.com/news/2022566/pakistan-turkiye-saudi-arabia-will-form-political-military-mechanisms-to-coordinate-under-defence-pact-ankara-says) · 13 Aug 2026, 3:26 PM PKT · 85% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia will form political and military mechanisms under a defence pact signed between the regional powers last week, Turkiye’s defence ministry said on Thursday, adding the alliance would also deepen defence industry cooperation. The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement was signed last week as the Middle East grapples with fallout from the US-Israeli war on Iran, which ha... - **Business Recorder** — [Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia will form political, military mechanisms to coordinate under defence pact: Ankara](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40434644/pakistan-turkiye-saudi-arabia-will-form-political-military-mechanisms-to-coordinate-under-defence-pact-ankara) · 13 Aug 2026, 2:40 PM PKT · 87% identical wording to the newest filing > ANKARA: Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will form political and military mechanisms under a defence pact signed between the regional powers last week, Turkiye defence ministry said on Thursday, adding the alliance would also deepen defence industry cooperation. The three countries signed the “Makkah Joint Defence Agreement“ on Aug. 7, wedding the Muslims countries alarmed at a regional confl... - **Aaj News (English)** — [Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan to set up defence pact mechanisms](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330467686/turkey-saudi-arabia-and-pakistan-to-set-up-defence-pact-mechanisms) · 13 Aug 2026, 2:26 PM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will form political and military ​mechanisms under a defence pact signed ‌between the regional powers last week, Turkey’s defence ministry said on Thursday, adding the ​alliance would also deepen defence ​industry cooperation. The three countries signed the “Mecca ⁠Joint Defence Agreement” on Aug. 7, ​wedding Sunni Muslim US allies alarmed ​at a regional confla... - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Turkiye, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia will form political, military mechanisms to coordinate under defense pact, Ankara says](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2654502/middle-east) · 13 Aug 2026, 2:08 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > ANKARA: Turkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan will form political and military ​mechanisms under a defense pact signed between the regional powers last week, Turkiye’s defense ministry said on Thursday, adding the alliance would also deepen defense industry ‌cooperation. - **Pakistan Observer** — [MJDA: A Muslim trio of collective deterrence, peace & prosperity](https://pakobserver.net/mjda-a-muslim-trio-of-collective-deterrence-peace-prosperity/) · 13 Aug 2026, 7:12 AM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing >   THE Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (MJDA), the trilateral defence pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey, formalized in Makkah… - **Dunya News** — ['We aspire for it to grow': Turkiye's Erdogan eyes expansion of Makkah Joint Defence Agreement](https://dunyanews.tv/en/World/967639-we-aspire-for-it-to-grow-turkiyes-erdogan-eyes-expansion-of-makkah) · 12 Aug 2026, 11:24 PM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > The five-month US-Iran war has upended the security architecture in the region and forced a rethink of decades of conventional wisdom rooted in US military supremacy ### 11 Aug 2026 — Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye Sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (6 outlets) > Most outlets reported the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye, with some noting regional implications or diplomatic outreach efforts. The Daily Times and Pakistan Observer highlighted the agreement’s potential geopolitical significance, while Dawn mentioned Pakistan’s efforts to reassure Iran. Samaa and Business Recorder focused on regional congratulations from Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, respectively. - **The Express Tribune** — [Makkah Agreement vision extends beyond Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan: Erdogan](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2623493/makkah-agreement-vision-extends-beyond-turkiye-saudi-arabia-pakistan-erdogan) · 12 Aug 2026, 12:06 PM PKT > Turkish president says pact built on principle of collective deterrence, open to all peace-seeking regional states - **Daily Times** — [Saudi Arabia says Makkah pact ‘long-term’ deal to boost cooperation](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1537251/saudi-arabia-says-makkah-pact-long-term-deal-to-boost-cooperation/) · 12 Aug 2026, 8:36 AM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing > Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud said on Tuesday the recently signed Makkah agreement between Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan was a “long-term” defence partnership that would boost cooperation. The deal would bolster efforts to address regional challenges and maintain security and stability, Salman told a cabinet meeting in Jeddah, the Saudi Press Agency […] - **Pakistan Observer** — [Makkah Pact and Pakistan’s emerging regional role](https://pakobserver.net/makkah-pact-and-pakistans-emerging-regional-role/) · 12 Aug 2026, 7:18 AM PKT · 73% identical wording to the newest filing >   THE Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed by Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia could prove to be one of the… - **Dawn** — [Mideast outreach](https://www.dawn.com/news/2022312/mideast-outreach) · 12 Aug 2026, 6:39 AM PKT · 56% identical wording to the newest filing > OVER the past few days, Pakistan has been going the extra mile to assure Iran that the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement it signed last week with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye poses no threat to Tehran. In a recent telephone call, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar told his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi that the pact is “not an instrument of confrontation”. Moreover, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif told the... - **Business Recorder** — [Bahrain congratulates Pakistan](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40434343/bahrain-congratulates-pakistan) · 12 Aug 2026, 6:20 AM PKT · 48% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister of Bahrain, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, congratulated Islamabad on the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. He also expressed his intention to visit Pakistan in the near future. He said this during a telephonic conversation with the Deputy Prime Minister, Mohammad Ishaq Dar, who is also the foreign ministe... - **Samaa** — [Bahrain congratulates Pakistan on Makkah agreement](https://www.samaa.tv/2087355050-bahrain-congratulates-pakistan-on-makkah-agreement) · 11 Aug 2026, 9:21 PM PKT · 43% identical wording to the newest filing > According to the Foreign Office spokesperson, the two leaders discussed important regional and bilateral matters during the telephone call. ### 11 Aug 2026 — Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye Sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (10 outlets) > Most outlets led with the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye, often highlighting its significance for regional peace and stability. Several reports also noted the subsequent diplomatic follow-up, including Bahrain’s foreign minister congratulating Pakistan’s Ishaq Dar and expressing interest in a future visit. A few outlets included brief mentions of discussions between Pakistan and Iran regarding the agreement and regional developments, while others emphasized statements from Pakistani officials, particularly Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, affirming the pact’s defensive and peace-oriented nature. - **The Express Tribune** — [Saudi Arabia says Makkah agreement with Türkiye, Pakistan 'long-term' deal to boost cooperation](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2623328/saudi-arabia-says-makkah-agreement-with-turkiye-pakistan-long-term-deal-to-boost-cooperation) · 11 Aug 2026, 3:46 PM PKT > Defence pact to bolster efforts to address regional challenges, maintain stability, says Saudi King Salman - **Aaj News (English)** — [Bahrain foreign minister congratulates Dar on Makkah defence agreement](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330467373/bahrain-foreign-minister-congratulates-dar-on-makkah-defence-agreement) · 11 Aug 2026, 1:50 PM PKT · 63% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received a phone call from Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani on Monday night, Pakistan’s foreign ministry said. Al Zayani congratulated Dar on the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, and expressed his intention to visit Pakistan in the near future, the m... - **Daily Times** — [Dar briefs Iranian counterpart on Makkah defence agreement](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1536869/dar-briefs-iranian-counterpart-on-makkah-defence-agreement/) · 11 Aug 2026, 1:03 PM PKT · 66% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and discussed regional developments, peace efforts and the recently signed Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. During the telephone conversation, Dar shared key details of the agreement involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye. He said the pact would strengthen strategic cooperation among the three countries. […] - **Dawn** — [Bahrain FM congratulates Dar on Makkah defence pact, expresses desire to visit Pakistan](https://www.dawn.com/news/2022117/bahrain-fm-congratulates-dar-on-makkah-defence-pact-expresses-desire-to-visit-pakistan) · 11 Aug 2026, 12:31 PM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > In a phone call with Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani congratulated Pakistan on the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Tuesday. The joint defence agreement, signed on August 7 between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, aims to strengthen collective deterrence and empow... - **24 News HD** — [Bahrain congratulates Pakistan on signing Makkah Defence Accord](https://www.24newshd.tv/11-Aug-2026/bahrain-congratulates-pakistan-signing-makkah-defence-accord) · 11 Aug 2026, 12:21 PM PKT · 61% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a call from Dr Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Foreign Minister of the Kingdom of Bahrain, late Monday night, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. - **The Nation** — [Bahrain FM congratulates Dar on Makkah Defence Pact](https://www.nation.com.pk/11-Aug-2026/bahrain-fm-congratulates-dar-makkah-defence-pact) · 11 Aug 2026, 12:14 PM PKT · 54% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar received a telephone call from Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani on Monday night, according to a statement issued by the Foreign Office. - **Dunya News** — [Bahrain FM congratulates Dar on Makkah Joint Defence Agreement](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/967360-bahrain-fm-congratulates-dar-on-makkah-joint-defence-agreement) · 11 Aug 2026, 11:59 AM PKT · 60% identical wording to the newest filing > Ishaq Dar spoke with Bahrain’s foreign minister, who congratulated him on the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement and expressed plans to visit Pakistan, while Dar reaffirmed support for diplomacy. - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan says defense pact with Saudi Arabia, Türkiye aims to promote peace, progress](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2654276/pakistan) · 11 Aug 2026, 10:08 AM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated on Tuesday that Pakistan’s trilateral defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye is not against any country, rather it seeks to promote peace and progress. Pakistan signed a trilateral defense pact, formally known as the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement, with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye last Friday in Makkah. The pact stipulates that an attack on o... - **Pakistan Observer** — [Makkah defence agreement: A strategic message](https://pakobserver.net/makkah-defence-agreement-a-strategic-message/) · 11 Aug 2026, 7:58 AM PKT · 71% identical wording to the newest filing >   IN a move that could reshape the strategic balance of power in the Middle East, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and… - **Business Recorder** — [Regional defence cooperation: Dar launches extensive diplomatic push](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40434209/regional-defence-cooperation-dar-launches-extensive-diplomatic-push) · 11 Aug 2026, 5:00 AM PKT · 66% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Following the signing of the historic trilateral Makkah Joint Defence Agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye on August 7, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM), Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, launched an extensive diplomatic push bridging regional defence cooperation with global multilateral outreach. He engaged in strategic bilateral consultations with Saudi Foreign Mini... ### 10 Aug 2026 — Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (14 outlets) > Most outlets emphasized the defensive nature of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, with several quoting officials like Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif stating it was not directed against any country and aimed at promoting regional peace. Some coverage highlighted celebratory events in Islamabad, such as flag marches and fireworks. A number of outlets also noted Iran's response, describing it as downplaying concerns about the pact being a threat, while linking the agreement to a perceived regional shift in perception toward the United States. While most reporting framed the pact as a defensive and peaceful initiative, one outlet's headline suggested a focus on the "threats behind the alliance," though its excerpt did not elaborate on specific threats. - **BOL News** — [Ishaq Dar briefs Iran on Pakistan-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/ishaq-dar-briefs-iran-on-pakistan-saudi-turkiye-defence-pact/) · 10 Aug 2026, 10:43 PM PKT > Dar informed Araghchi about the main features of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement. The post Ishaq Dar briefs Iran on Pakistan-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact appeared first on BOL News. - **Samaa** — [Pakistan reaches out to Iran after Makkah defence agreement](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354999-pakistan-reaches-out-to-iran-after-makkah-defence-agreement) · 10 Aug 2026, 10:17 PM PKT · 81% identical wording to the newest filing > Ishaq Dar speaks with the foreign ministers of Iran, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait on regional security, peace, cooperation and Pakistan's joint defence agreement. - **Dunya News** — [Dar shares Makkah defence accord contours with Iranian counterpart](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/967269-dar-shares-makkah-defence-accord-contours-with-iranian-counterpart) · 10 Aug 2026, 9:48 PM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement brings Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye into closer strategic cooperation - **The Nation** — [Dar shares Makkah Joint Defence Agreement aspects with Iranian FM, highlights objectives](https://www.nation.com.pk/10-Aug-2026/dar-shares-makkah-joint-defence-agreement-aspects-iranian-fm-highlights-objectives) · 10 Aug 2026, 8:24 PM PKT · 83% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, on Monday, shared the contours of the recently signed Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye with the Foreign Minister of Iran, Abbas Araghchi. - **Pakistan Observer** — [Dar Shares Makkah Defence Pact Details with Abbas Araghchi](https://pakobserver.net/dar-shares-makkah-defence-pact-details-with-abbas-araghchi/) · 10 Aug 2026, 8:23 PM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Monday held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas… - **Daily Times** — [Dar briefs Araghchi on Makkah defence pact](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1536468/dar-briefs-araghchi-on-makkah-defence-pact/) · 10 Aug 2026, 7:55 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed regional developments and the Makkah defence agreement. The two ministers exchanged views on regional and international developments, particularly efforts to promote peace and stability across the region. Read more: Dar, Araghchi reaffirm strategic bilateral cooperation According to Pakistan’s Foreig... - **Aaj News (English)** — [Dar, Araghchi discuss regional developments, Makkah defence pact](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330467289/dar-araghchi-discuss-regional-developments-makkah-defence-pact) · 10 Aug 2026, 7:39 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Monday spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, with the two sides exchanging views on regional and international developments, particularly the evolving situation in the region and efforts to promote peace and stability. During the conversation, Dar shared with Araghchi the contours of the recently signed Makkah Joint Defence A... - **24 News HD** — [Dar briefs Iranian counterpart on Makkah defence agreement](https://www.24newshd.tv/10-Aug-2026/dar-briefs-iranian-counterpart-makkah-defence-agreement) · 10 Aug 2026, 7:35 PM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, during which the two sides discussed the regional and global situation, the Foreign Office said on Monday. - **Business Recorder** — [Dar, Araghchi discuss regional developments, Makkah defence pact](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40434143/dar-araghchi-discuss-regional-developments-makkah-defence-pact) · 10 Aug 2026, 7:20 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday spoke with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, with the two sides exchanging views on regional and international developments, particularly the evolving situation in the region and efforts to promote peace and stability. During the conversation, Dar shared with Araghchi the contours of the recently sig... - **Geo News** — [PM Shehbaz says trilateral defence pact not aimed at aggression](https://www.geo.tv/latest/676974-pm-shehbaz-says-trilateral-defence-pact-not-aimed-at-aggression) · 10 Aug 2026, 7:02 PM PKT · 60% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addresses federal cabinet meeting in Islamabad on August 10, 2026. — Scrrengrab via Geo NewsPact continues decades-long cooperation between nations.PM highlights duty to protect Haramain Sharifain.Shehbaz hails sacrifices in fight against terrorism. - **Dawn** — [Pak-Saudi-Turkiye defence pact ‘entirely for defensive purposes’, not aggression](https://www.dawn.com/news/2021923/pak-saudi-turkiye-defence-pact-entirely-for-defensive-purposes-not-aggression) · 10 Aug 2026, 5:59 PM PKT · 65% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday affirmed that the recently signed Makkah Joint Defence Agreement was “entirely for defensive purposes”, and not for any aggression. The joint defence agreement, signed on August 7 between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, aims to strengthen collective deterrence and empowers its signatory states to treat an attack against one of them as an attack agains... - **ARY News (English)** — [Pakistan says Makkah Accord is defensive, not directed against any country](https://arynews.tv/pakistan-says-makkah-accord-is-defensive) · 10 Aug 2026, 3:49 PM PKT · 55% identical wording to the newest filing - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Iran says Saudi-Pakistan-Türkiye deal shows ‘change in perception’ toward US](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2654083/pakistan) · 10 Aug 2026, 1:08 PM PKT · 61% identical wording to the newest filing > TEHRAN: Iran’s foreign ministry said Monday that a defense pact signed last week between Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan was “a sign of a change in the perception” of countries in the region toward the United States. “The countries of the region have realized that security is not a commodity that can be bought from false brokers,” said ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei at a weekly press conf... - **The Express Tribune** — [Makkah Defence Agreement extension of Pak-Saudi bilateral defence pact: PM Shehbaz](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2623113/makkah-defence-agreement-extension-of-pak-saudi-bilateral-defence-pact-pm-shehbaz) · 10 Aug 2026, 12:46 PM PKT · 63% identical wording to the newest filing > Says the agreement 'entirely for defensive purposes', stressing that it is not intended for aggression ### 9 Aug 2026 — Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye Sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (13 outlets) > Most outlets led with the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye, describing it as a historic or significant development. Several also highlighted Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s clarifications that the pact is “purely defensive” and not directed at any country, including Iran. Some outlets noted the celebratory decorations in major cities like Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi. While the majority framed the agreement as a defensive and cooperative measure, a few provided additional context about the broader geopolitical landscape, such as the U.S.-Iran tensions. - **24 News HD** — [Ishaq Dar, Canadian FM discuss regional situation, Makkah Defence Agreement](https://www.24newshd.tv/10-Aug-2026/ishaq-dar-canadian-fm-discuss-regional-situation-makkah-defence-agreement) · 10 Aug 2026, 12:39 AM PKT > Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand on Sunday, during which the two sides discussed regional and international developments as well as matters of mutual interest. - **Dunya News** — [DPM Dar, Canadian FM discuss regional security, US-Iran situation](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/967102-dpm-dar-canadian-fm-discuss-regional-security-usiran-situation) · 9 Aug 2026, 10:10 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > During the conversation, both sides exchanged views on the regional situation, including the recently signed Makkah Joint Defence Agreement - **Pakistan Observer** — [Islamabad to Host Fireworks to Mark Makkah Defence Agreement](https://pakobserver.net/islamabad-to-host-fireworks-to-mark-makkah-defence-agreement/) · 9 Aug 2026, 7:01 PM PKT · 50% identical wording to the newest filing > A fireworks display will be held at 8pm on Sunday at Islamabad’s New Blue Area to celebrate the Makkah Defence… - **Daily Times** — [Makkah defence pact is defensive, open to regional states](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1535937/makkah-defence-pact-is-defensive-open-to-regional-states/) · 9 Aug 2026, 6:04 PM PKT · 63% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has clarified that the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye is purely defensive and does not target any country. Dar said the pact aims to strengthen strategic cooperation while supporting regional peace, stability and prosperity. Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye signed the agreement […] - **Aaj News (English)** — [Dar says Makkah defence accord is ‘purely defensive’, not aimed at any country](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330467144/dar-says-makkah-defence-accord-is-purely-defensive-not-aimed-at-any-country) · 9 Aug 2026, 5:26 PM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Sunday that a newly signed defence agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye was purely defensive and was not directed against any country. The “Makkah Joint Defence Agreement”, signed in the Saudi city of Makkah on Friday, was the result of years of coordination between the three countries aimed at strengthening strategic co... - **Samaa** — [Makkah defence agreement not against any country, Dar clarifies](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354936-makkah-defence-agreement-not-against-any-country-dar-clarifies) · 9 Aug 2026, 4:46 PM PKT · 53% identical wording to the newest filing > Ishaq Dar says the Makkah defence pact with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye is purely defensive and not aimed at any country. - **BOL News** — [Ishaq Dar says ‘Makkah Defense Pact’ open to all regional countries](https://www.bolnews.com/latest-news/ishaq-dar-says-makkah-defense-pact-open-to-all-regional-countries/) · 9 Aug 2026, 4:37 PM PKT · 69% identical wording to the newest filing > Ishaq Dar said the agreement is not aimed at any country and focuses on strengthening cooperation. The post Ishaq Dar says ‘Makkah Defense Pact’ open to all regional countries appeared first on BOL News. - **Business Recorder** — [Dar clarifies scope, intent of Makkah Joint Defence Agreement](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433987/dar-clarifies-scope-intent-of-makkah-joint-defence-agreement) · 9 Aug 2026, 4:00 PM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Sunday sought to clarify the scope and intent of the recently signed “Makkah Joint Defence Agreement” (the Makkah Accord), amid continuing public discussion over the past two days. In a post on X, Dar said the agreement, signed jointly by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye in Makkah Mukarramah on Friday, reflected the depth of brotherly re... - **Geo News** — [Pakistan says Makkah defence pact open to countries upholding its principles](https://www.geo.tv/latest/676812-pakistan-says-makkah-defence-pact-open-to-countries-upholding-its-principles) · 9 Aug 2026, 3:36 PM PKT · 52% identical wording to the newest filing > Billboards display Saudi Arabia flag and portraits of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, following the... - **Arab News Pakistan** — [How Makkah Defense Agreement could redraw regional security architecture](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2654035/middle-east) · 9 Aug 2026, 1:08 PM PKT · 48% identical wording to the newest filing > LONDON: When Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye signed the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement on Aug. 7, they went significantly further than pledging closer military cooperation. The agreement contains a collective-defense commitment: An external armed attack against any one of the three states will be regarded as an attack against them all. That provision immediately elevated the pact from anothe... - **The Express Tribune** — [Makkah defence pact ‘purely defensive’, not targeted at any country: Dar](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2622943/makkah-defence-pact-purely-defensive-not-targeted-at-any-country-dar) · 9 Aug 2026, 10:15 AM PKT · 53% identical wording to the newest filing > DPM says accord does not 'replace' any existing bilateral or multilateral agreements between the three countries - **The Nation** — [Islamic countries welcome Makkah defence agreement](https://www.nation.com.pk/09-Aug-2026/islamic-countries-welcome-makkah-defence-agreement) · 9 Aug 2026, 9:19 AM PKT · 53% identical wording to the newest filing > Islamabad - Islamic countries and the OIC have warmly welcomed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye. - **Dawn** — [OIC hails Makkah defence deal as PM returns](https://www.dawn.com/news/2021649/oic-hails-makkah-defence-deal-as-pm-returns) · 9 Aug 2026, 9:12 AM PKT · 57% identical wording to the newest filing > THE PM House is illuminated in green and red lights, depicting the national flags of the three signatories, on the eve of celebrations marking the defence agreement.—APP • Shehbaz visits Madina before departure • Turkish minister says pact same as Nato’s Article 5 • Bilawal terms it historic document for regional peace ISLAMABAD: The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has welcomed the si... ### 8 Aug 2026 — Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (11 outlets) > Most outlets led with the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye, noting the presence of high-level officials including PM Shehbaz Sharif, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Some also highlighted Saudi landmarks being illuminated with the flags of the three countries to commemorate the pact. A few outlets mentioned PM Shehbaz’s religious activities in Makkah and Madinah, such as performing Umrah and offering prayers, but framed these as secondary to the main defence agreement. The OIC’s endorsement of the pact was noted in passing by several outlets, with some quoting the organization’s secretary-general welcoming the agreement as a strategic step for regional security. Coverage remained largely consistent in framing the agreement as a cooperative security measure, without attributing specific motives or implications beyond what was explicitly stated in the excerpts. - **Dunya News** — [Saudi Arabia, Pakistan celebrate joint defence agreement](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/966995-saudi-arabia-pakistan-celebrate-joint-defence-agreement-) · 9 Aug 2026, 4:40 AM PKT > Authorities in Islamabad hoisted national flags of the three countries along the Constitution Avenue in Islamabad - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan calls Makkah pact defensive, says it won’t replace existing agreements](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2653981/pakistan) · 9 Aug 2026, 3:08 AM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Sunday its newly signed joint defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye was purely defensive and consistent with Islamabad’s foreign policy as he sought to clarify its scope amid heightened tensions in the Gulf region. The Makkah Joint Defense Agreement, signed by the leaders of the three countries in Saudi Arabia on Friday, stipula... - **Business Recorder** — [OIC hails ‘historic’ Saudi-Pakistani-Turkish defence pact](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433954/oic-hails-historic-saudi-pakistani-turkish-defence-pact) · 9 Aug 2026, 2:40 AM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > JEDDAH/ISLAMABAD: The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and a number of other countries on Saturday welcomed the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement among Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye. OIC Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha expressed his “strong appreciation and support” for the agreement, describing it as an “important strategic step” reflecting the three countries’ ... - **Daily Times** — [Islamabad adorned with flags, lights to mark Makkah defence pact](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1535678/islamabad-adorned-with-flags-lights-to-mark-makkah-defence-pact/) · 9 Aug 2026, 2:28 AM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > The Federal Capital of Islamabad has been decorated with coloured lights, LED screens and the national flags of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye to commemorate the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement signed by the three countries on Friday. Constitution Avenue is lined with digital displays of the three flags, while government buildings, including Parliament House, have […] - **Aaj News (English)** — [Shehbaz returns home after signing Makkah defence pact with Saudi Arabia, Turkiye](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330467035/shehbaz-returns-home-after-signing-makkah-defence-pact-with-saudi-arabia-turkiye) · 8 Aug 2026, 8:15 PM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif returned home on Saturday after concluding an official visit to Saudi Arabia, during which he signed a trilateral defence agreement with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement opens new avenues for military cooperation between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, and is expected to furthe... - **24 News HD** — [What to expect from the new Saudi-Turkey-Pakistan deal](https://www.24newshd.tv/08-Aug-2026/expect-new-saudi-turkey-pakistan-deal) · 8 Aug 2026, 6:13 PM PKT · 60% identical wording to the newest filing > A defence pact between Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan heralded a new security alliance seeking to deter a bellicose Iran, offset an unreliable US and send a message to Israel, analysts say. - **The Nation** — [PM returns home after Saudi Arabia visit](https://www.nation.com.pk/08-Aug-2026/pm-returns-home-saudi-arabia-visit) · 8 Aug 2026, 5:28 PM PKT · 45% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif returned home on Saturday afternoon after completing his official visit to Saudi Arabia. - **Dawn** — [OIC welcomes Pak-Saudi-Turkiye joint defence pact, calls it 'important strategic step'](https://www.dawn.com/news/2021475/oic-welcomes-pak-saudi-turkiye-joint-defence-pact-calls-it-important-strategic-step) · 8 Aug 2026, 1:22 PM PKT · 64% identical wording to the newest filing > The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has welcomed the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye, terming it an “important strategic step”. The pact aims to strengthen collective deterrence and empowers the three states to treat an attack against one of them as an attack against all of them. In a statement posted on X, OIC Secretary General... - **ARY News (English)** — [OIC welcomes ‘Mecca Agreement on Joint Defence’](https://arynews.tv/oic-welcomes-saudi-turkey-pakistan-defense-agreement) · 8 Aug 2026, 12:24 PM PKT · 56% identical wording to the newest filing - **Geo News** — [Beyond defence: Can Makkah pact change Pakistan economic fortune?](https://www.geo.tv/latest/676678-beyond-defence-can-makkah-pact-change-pakistan-economic-fortune) · 8 Aug 2026, 11:04 AM PKT · 63% identical wording to the newest filing > Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif pose after signing the joint defence agreement in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, August 7, 2026. — Reuters ISLAMABAD: The trilateral defence pact signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and... - **Pakistan Observer** — [PM Shehbaz pays respects at Roza-e-Rasool, offers nawafil at Masjid-e-Nabwi](https://pakobserver.net/pm-shehbaz-pays-respects-at-roza-e-rasool-offers-nawafil-at-masjid-e-nabwi/) · 8 Aug 2026, 9:34 AM PKT · 41% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Medina, where he visited the Prophet’s Mosque along with the Pakistani… ### 7 Aug 2026 — Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement (16 outlets) > Most outlets led with the signing of the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye, highlighting its significance for regional security cooperation. Several also noted the trilateral summit in Jeddah and the involvement of high-level officials, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Turkish President Erdogan. A few outlets, such as *Dawn* and *24 News HD*, mentioned the leaders offering Friday prayers together, while *Daily Times* and *Geo News* quoted Erdogan emphasizing that the pact is not directed against any specific country. Some, like *The Express Tribune* and *Arab News Pakistan*, included statements from Pakistani politicians and analysts welcoming the agreement as historic. The framing of the agreement’s purpose varied, with some emphasizing collective deterrence and others focusing on peace and stability. - **Dawn** — [Pakistan joins Saudi Arabia, Turkiye in ‘all for one’ pact](https://www.dawn.com/news/2021421/pakistan-joins-saudi-arabia-turkiye-in-all-for-one-pact) · 8 Aug 2026, 7:28 AM PKT > • MBS, Shehbaz, Erdogan sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement to boost ‘collective deterrence against any aggression’• PM hopes accord will serve as ‘shield of peace’; Erdogan says alliance is open to other friendly nations • Saudi minister insists new bloc no threat to ‘any country’ ISLAMABAD: Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye on Friday signed a joint defence pact in the holy city of Makkah, wh... - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistani politicians, diplomatic analysts welcome Makkah Joint Defense Agreement](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2653894/pakistan) · 8 Aug 2026, 7:08 AM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Prominent Pakistani politicians and diplomatic analysts this week welcomed the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement between Islamabad, Riyadh and Ankara, describing it as a “historic development” amid regional tensions triggered by the United States (US) and Iran war.  Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sign... - **The Express Tribune** — [OIC welcomes 'historic' Turkish-Saudi-Pakistani joint defence pact](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2622755/oic-welcomes-historic-turkish-saudi-pakistani-joint-defence-pact) · 8 Aug 2026, 6:50 AM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > Says agreement constitutes fundamental pillar for supporting security, stability in region, across Muslim world. - **Business Recorder** — [KSA, Turkiye, Pakistan sign defence deal](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433838/ksa-turkiye-pakistan-sign-defence-deal) · 8 Aug 2026, 5:00 AM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > RIYADH/KARACHI/ANKARA: Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye signed a joint defence agreement in Makkah on Friday, wedding Sunni Muslim US allies alarmed at a regional conflagration that has brought Iranian missile fire onto Gulf oil exporters. Iran and its allies have been firing on Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states, and blockading their energy shipments, since the US and Israel attacked it on F... - **Daily Times** — [Erdogan hails Pakistan-Saudi-Turkiye security agreement](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1535129/erdogan-hails-pakistan-saudi-turkiye-security-agreement/) · 8 Aug 2026, 1:00 AM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the Makkah defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkiye is not directed against any country. He called it a step toward regional peace and stability. Erdogan said he visited Makkah at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. He met the Saudi leader […] - **ProPakistani** — [Saudis Enter Defense Pact With Pakistan, Turkey](https://propakistani.pk/2026/08/08/saudis-enter-defense-pact-with-pakistan-turkey/) · 8 Aug 2026, 12:19 AM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey have signed a joint defense agreement under which an armed attack against any one of… Read More The post Saudis Enter Defense Pact With Pakistan, Turkey appeared first on ProPakistani. - **Geo News** — [Erdogan says defence deal with Pakistan, Saudi Arabia 'targets no country'](https://www.geo.tv/latest/676620-erdogan-says-defence-deal-with-pakistan-saudi-arabia-targets-no-country-open-to-brotherly-nations) · 7 Aug 2026, 10:47 PM PKT · 77% identical wording to the newest filing > Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chat after signing a joint defense agreement in Mekkah, Saudi Arabia, August 7, 2026. — Reuters Pact reflects deep strategic relations among three nations:... - **Dunya News** — [President Erdogan says Makkah defence pact focused on peace, security and regional stability](https://dunyanews.tv/en/World/966807-president-erdogan-says-makkah-defence-pact-focused-on-peace-security-) · 7 Aug 2026, 10:06 PM PKT · 67% identical wording to the newest filing > Turkish president said he visited Makkah at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, where he also held talks with Pakistan's PM Shehbaz Sharif - **The Nation** — [PM Shehbaz, Saudi Crown Prince, Turkish President offer Friday prayers at Qasr Al-Safa](https://www.nation.com.pk/07-Aug-2026/pm-shehbaz-saudi-crown-prince-turkish-president-offer-friday-prayers-qasr-al-safa) · 7 Aug 2026, 9:32 PM PKT · 57% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, on his official visit to Saudi Arabia, offered Friday prayers alongside Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at Qasr Al-Safa. - **24 News HD** — [Pakistan, KSA, Türkiye united by shared resolve for peace: PM](https://www.24newshd.tv/07-Aug-2026/pakistan-ksa-t-rkiye-united-shared-resolve-peace-pm) · 7 Aug 2026, 9:11 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the three brotherly nations of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Türkiye are united by faith, friendship, and a shared resolve for peace and security. - **Pakistan Observer** — [PM Shehbaz, Field Marshal Asim Munir, Erdogan and MBS offer Jumma Prayer at Qasr Al-Safa](https://pakobserver.net/pm-shehbaz-field-marshal-asim-munir-erdogan-and-mbs-offer-jumma-prayer-at-qasr-al-safa/) · 7 Aug 2026, 7:32 PM PKT · 60% identical wording to the newest filing > MAKKAH — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman… - **BOL News** — [Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye sign Makkah Joint Defence Pact](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/pakistan-saudi-arabia-and-turkiye-sign-makkah-joint-defence-pact/) · 7 Aug 2026, 5:54 PM PKT · 83% identical wording to the newest filing > The pact reflects the three countries' shared commitment to strengthening collective security and promoting peace in the region. The post Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye sign Makkah Joint Defence Pact appeared first on BOL News. - **ARY News (English)** — [Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan sign joint defence agreement](https://arynews.tv/saudi-arabia-turkey-pakistan-sign-joint-defence-agreement) · 7 Aug 2026, 4:03 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing - **Samaa** — [Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan sign Makkah Joint Defence Agreement](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354849-saudi-arabia-t-rkiye-and-pakistan-sign-makkah-joint-defence-agreement) · 7 Aug 2026, 3:49 PM PKT · 78% identical wording to the newest filing > The agreement was signed during a joint defence summit in Makkah, hosted by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye sign joint defence agreement in Makkah](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330466882/pakistan-saudi-arabia-and-turkiye-sign-joint-defence-agreement-in-makkah) · 7 Aug 2026, 3:45 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye have signed a joint defence agreement in Makkah under which an attack on any one of the three countries will be considered an attack on all three, according to officials. The agreement, dubbed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, was signed during a high-level summit involving the leaders of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arri... - **The News International** — [Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan forge new defence alliance amid Middle East tensions](https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1411505-saudi-arabia-turkey-and-pakistan-forge-new-defence-alliance-amid-middle-east-tensions) · 7 Aug 2026, 1:10 PM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan forge new defence alliance amid Middle East tensions Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey are set to sign a joint defence agreement on Friday, as confirmed by regional sources with direct knowledge of the matter .The announcement of defence alliance comes at a... ### 6 Aug 2026 — Pakistani Prime Minister visits Saudi Arabia for talks with Crown Prince and Turkish President (11 outlets) > Most outlets reported that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia for a three-day official visit, accompanied by military and government officials, and emphasized the talks with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Several also noted the regional tensions as a backdrop to the visit. A number of outlets highlighted that the PM and Chief of Defence Forces performed Umrah during the trip, often describing it as part of a broader diplomatic agenda. Some coverage also mentioned the expected meeting between the PM, Crown Prince, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. While most reports focused on the diplomatic and regional aspects of the visit, a few outlets placed additional emphasis on the religious elements of the trip. - **Pakistan Observer** — [Erdogan to visit Saudi Arabia, meet Crown Prince MBS, PM Shehbaz today](https://pakobserver.net/erdogan-to-visit-saudi-arabia-meet-crown-prince-mbs-pm-shehbaz-today/) · 7 Aug 2026, 11:44 AM PKT > ANKARA – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will arrive in Saudi Arabia on Friday for a one-day visit, where he… - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Erdoğan to meet Saudi crown prince, Pakistan PM today amid regional tensions](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2653729/pakistan) · 7 Aug 2026, 11:08 AM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is expected to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Saudi Arabia today, a senior Turkish official said on Friday amid regional tensions between the United States (US) and Iran.  - **The Express Tribune** — [Explainer: What is the Pakistan-Saudi Arabia-Turkiye defence pact?](https://tribune.com.pk/story/2622616/explainer-what-is-the-pakistan-saudi-arabia-turkiye-defence-pact) · 7 Aug 2026, 11:06 AM PKT · 39% identical wording to the newest filing > Analysts call trilateral agreement a defensive framework to strengthen collective security, regional stability - **ARY News (English)** — [Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan to sign defence pact on Friday](https://arynews.tv/saudi-arabia-turkey-pakistan-to-sign-defence-pact-on-friday) · 7 Aug 2026, 10:32 AM PKT · 57% identical wording to the newest filing - **24 News HD** — [PM Shehbaz Sharif Performs Umrah in Makkah with Asim Munir | Special Prayers for Pakistan -](https://www.24newshd.tv/07-Aug-2026/pm-shehbaz-sharif-performs-umrah-makkah-asim-munir-special-prayers-pakistan) · 7 Aug 2026, 10:32 AM PKT · 44% identical wording to the newest filing > . - **BOL News** — [Shehbaz, Asim Munir perform Umrah ahead of trilateral talks](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/shehbaz-asim-munir-perform-umrah-ahead-of-trilateral-talks/) · 7 Aug 2026, 10:16 AM PKT · 60% identical wording to the newest filing > PM Shehbaz Sharif, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expected to discuss regional and bilateral issues. The post Shehbaz, Asim Munir perform Umrah ahead of trilateral talks appeared first on BOL News. - **Samaa** — [Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia set to sign joint defence agreement](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354839-pakistan-turkiye-saudi-arabia-set-to-sign-joint-defence-agreement) · 7 Aug 2026, 9:53 AM PKT · 50% identical wording to the newest filing > Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia are expected to sign a trilateral defence agreement in Jeddah as leaders discuss regional security and defence cooperation. - **The Nation** — [PM Shehbaz, CDF Asim Munir perform Umrah](https://www.nation.com.pk/07-Aug-2026/pm-shehbaz-cdf-asim-munir-perform-umrah) · 7 Aug 2026, 9:42 AM PKT · 54% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir performed Umrah in Makkah on Thursday during their official visit to Saudi Arabia. - **Dunya News** — [PM Shehbaz, Saudi crown prince, Turkish president likely to hold key meeting today](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/966684-pm-shehbaz-saudi-crown-prince-turkish-president-likely-to-hold-key-m) · 7 Aug 2026, 9:40 AM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing > Turkish President Erdogan and PM Shehbaz are in Saudi Arabia for high-level talks with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on bilateral ties, regional issues, trade and investment. - **Business Recorder** — [PM, CDF arrive in Saudi Arabia on 3-day visit](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433700/pm-cdf-arrive-in-saudi-arabia-on-3-day-visit) · 7 Aug 2026, 5:20 AM PKT · 62% identical wording to the newest filing > KARACHI: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, accompanied by the Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, arrived in Saudi Arabia on Thursday evening for a three-day visit. Apart from CDF Munir, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif, Information Minister Attaullah Tarar and Special Assistant Tariq Fatemi are also accompanying the premier on the visit. Deputy Prime Minister an... - **Aaj News (English)** — [PM arrives in Saudi Arabia for talks with Saudi Crown Prince](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330466796/pm-arrives-in-saudi-arabia-for-talks-with-saudi-crown-prince) · 6 Aug 2026, 9:19 PM PKT · 71% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Saudi Arabia on Thursday on a three-day official visit at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman. The prime minister was received at Jeddah airport by Jeddah Governor Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi. A high-level Pakistani delegation accompanying the premier also arrived in the kingdom. The delegation includes Dep... ### 5 Aug 2026 — PM Shehbaz and military chief to visit Saudi Arabia for bilateral and regional talks (12 outlets) > Most outlets reported the visit as a two- or three-day trip involving Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir, with a focus on bilateral relations and regional issues, particularly in the context of Gulf security. A few also noted the timing amid regional tensions, though only one explicitly mentioned "US-Iran tensions." Some outlets highlighted the inclusion of the military chief as a key detail, while others framed the visit as a high-level diplomatic engagement with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The duration of the visit varied slightly across reports, with some citing two days and others three. - **Dunya News** — [PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir leave for Saudi Arabia on three-day official visit](https://dunyanews.tv/en/Pakistan/966559-pm-shehbaz-cdf-munir-leave-for-saudi-arabia-on-threeday-official-vis) · 6 Aug 2026, 3:12 PM PKT > The FO confirmed PM Shehbaz Sharif's Saudi visit with Field Marshal Asim Munir and rejected India's remarks on AJK polls, calling the election process transparent. - **Aaj News (English)** — [Shehbaz embarks on Saudi visit today for high-level talks](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330466698/shehbaz-embarks-on-saudi-visit-today-for-high-level-talks) · 6 Aug 2026, 12:52 PM PKT · 71% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will undertake an official visit to Saudi Arabia from August 6 to 8, where he is scheduled to hold talks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on bilateral ties, regional developments and strategic cooperation, the Foreign Office said on Thursday. Addressing a weekly press briefing in Islamabad, Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said Deputy Prime Mini... - **Pakistan Observer** — [PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir leaves for key Saudi Arabia visit today](https://pakobserver.net/pm-shehbaz-cdf-munir-leaves-for-key-saudi-arabia-visit-today/) · 6 Aug 2026, 12:46 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will visit Saudi Arabia from August 6 to 8, with Field Marshal Asim Munir… - **Business Recorder** — [PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir to hold talks with Saudi crown prince](https://www.brecorder.com/news/40433587/pm-shehbaz-cdf-munir-to-hold-talks-with-saudi-crown-prince) · 6 Aug 2026, 12:20 PM PKT · 80% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will undertake a three-day official visit to Saudi Arabia from Thursday (today) to Saturday, during which he will hold talks with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman on strengthening bilateral ties and reviewing regional and international developments, the Foreign Office said. According to the Foreign Office, the prime minister will be accompa... - **24 News HD** — [PM Shehbaz, Field Marshal Asim to pay 3-day visit to Saudi Arabia from today: FO](https://www.24newshd.tv/06-Aug-2026/pm-shehbaz-field-marshal-asim-pay-3-day-visit-saudi-arabia-today-fo) · 6 Aug 2026, 12:13 PM PKT · 82% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, accompanied by Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir and Deputy Prime Minister Senator Ishaq Dar, will depart today on a three-day visit of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, reported 24NewsHD TV channel. - **Arab News Pakistan** — [Pakistan PM, military chief to visit Saudi Arabia from Aug. 6-8 amid US-Iran tensions](https://www.arabnews.pk/node/2653601/pakistan) · 6 Aug 2026, 12:08 PM PKT · 68% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will travel to Saudi Arabia today, Thursday, along with a high-powered delegation that includes Chief of Defense Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir to review bilateral ties and discuss regional developments, the foreign office spokesperson said amid ongoing tensions between the United States (US) and Iran in the Middle East.  - **Dawn** — [PM Shehbaz, CDF Munir to visit Saudi Arabia from August 6 to 8](https://www.dawn.com/news/2020987/pm-shehbaz-cdf-munir-to-visit-saudi-arabia-from-august-6-to-8) · 6 Aug 2026, 11:59 AM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, alongside Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir, will undertake a visit to Saudi Arabia from August 6 to 8, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Thursday. In a weekly press briefing, FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said the two will be accompanied by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, who is currently in Saudi Ara... - **Samaa** — [PM Shehbaz departs for Saudi Arabia on key official visit](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354774-pm-shehbaz-departs-for-saudi-arabia-on-key-official-visit) · 6 Aug 2026, 11:57 AM PKT · 86% identical wording to the newest filing > PM Shehbaz Sharif begins a key Saudi Arabia visit to meet Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and discuss bilateral cooperation. - **BOL News** — [PM Shehbaz heads to Riyadh amid regional tensions](https://www.bolnews.com/pakistan/pm-shehbaz-heads-to-riyadh-amid-regional-tensions/) · 6 Aug 2026, 10:30 AM PKT · 71% identical wording to the newest filing > Two-day visit aims to strengthen partnership with Saudi Arabia. The post PM Shehbaz heads to Riyadh amid regional tensions appeared first on BOL News. - **Daily Times** — [PM Shehbaz begins Saudi Arabia visit](https://dailytimes.com.pk/1534287/pm-shehbaz-begins-saudi-arabia-visit/) · 6 Aug 2026, 10:20 AM PKT · 76% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to depart for Saudi Arabia on Thursday evening. The visit is planned to last for two days. The purpose of the trip is to enhance the relationship between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. It also demonstrates the strong level of cooperation existing between the two nations. Read More: PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s […] - **ARY News (English)** — [PM Shehbaz Sharif to ‘undertake’ two-day official visit to Saudi Arabia](https://arynews.tv/shehbaz-sharif-to-undertake-official-visit-to-saudi-arabia) · 6 Aug 2026, 9:27 AM PKT · 79% identical wording to the newest filing - **The Nation** — [PM leaves for Saudi Arabia today for high level talks on Gulf security, Yemen](https://www.nation.com.pk/06-Aug-2026/pm-leaves-saudi-arabia-today-high-level-talks-gulf-security-yemen) · 6 Aug 2026, 8:43 AM PKT · 74% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD - Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will undertake a one-day official visit to Saudi Arabia on Thursday at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, with regional security, the evolving situation in the Gulf, the Yemen conflict, and progress in the US-Iran negotiations expected to dominate. ### 4 Aug 2026 — Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to visit Saudi Arabia this week (3 outlets) > Most outlets reported that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to visit Saudi Arabia this week, with Aaj News and Samaa specifying the likely dates as August 6–7 and August 8, respectively. Pakistan Observer framed the visit in the context of escalating regional tensions, while Aaj News and Samaa focused on the expected discussions, including bilateral relations and investment. - **Samaa** — [PM Shehbaz expected to visit Saudi Arabia on Aug 8 for key meetings](https://www.samaa.tv/2087354689-pm-shehbaz-expected-to-visit-saudi-arabia-on-aug-8-for-key-meetings) · 4 Aug 2026, 11:06 PM PKT > The discussions will focus on bilateral relations, investment, mutual cooperation and regional and global affairs. - **Pakistan Observer** — [PM Shehbaz heads to Saudi Arabia this week as Regional Tensions escalate](https://pakobserver.net/pm-shehbaz-heads-to-saudi-arabia-this-week-as-regional-tensions-escalate/) · 4 Aug 2026, 9:24 PM PKT · 75% identical wording to the newest filing > ISLAMABAD – As tensions continue to reshape regional security landscape, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is travelling to Saudi Arabia this… - **Aaj News (English)** — [Shehbaz likely to visit Saudi Arabia this week](https://english.aaj.tv/news/330466490/shehbaz-likely-to-visit-saudi-arabia-this-week) · 4 Aug 2026, 9:15 PM PKT · 84% identical wording to the newest filing > Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to undertake an official visit to Saudi Arabia on August 6 or 7, where he is likely to hold talks with Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, according to sources. 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