Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan to convene emergency security meeting

Military and diplomatic officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are set to hold an urgent, high-level meeting under the terms of a joint defence pact. The talks are focused on establishing strategic support for Riyadh following a surge in attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels. The escalation, which occurred on Thursday, involved the firing of dozens of drones and missiles at Saudi territory, with Saudi authorities confirming the interception of six ballistic missiles. Emergency alerts were triggered in major locations, including the holy city of Mecca, the city of Jeddah, and the critical Red Sea oil port of Yanbu.

The regional instability is linked to a broader Middle East conflict that began in February 2026 following US and Israeli strikes against Iran. The Houthi attacks have significantly disrupted oil flows from Saudi Arabia, the world’s largest energy exporter. In response to the growing threat, the Saudi Grand Mufti has issued a public statement urging military personnel to be prepared to make ultimate sacrifices to oust the Houthi movement from power. The ongoing diplomatic efforts aim to solidify military coordination between the three partner nations as the conflict continues to threaten energy infrastructure and regional security.