Houthi attack on Mecca, Medina would cross ‘red line’, Pakistan PM tells UN
Shehbaz Sharif speaks as Islamabad, Riyadh and Ankara army chiefs meet to discuss Mecca pact, closer military ties.

Shehbaz Sharif speaks as Islamabad, Riyadh and Ankara army chiefs meet to discuss Mecca pact, closer military ties.








The Pentagon watchdog’s report paints a picture of significant losses to US forces and facilities in the region.
Saudi-led coalition promises to respond ‘firmly’ to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia asked for the meeting to be postponed, but Tehran says it will continue to seek a regionally backed bill.
Gulf states are building overlapping partnerships that complement, rather than replace, the US security role.
Iran’s deputy foreign minister announced a temporary shipping corridor in the Strait of Hormuz.
As Washington pressures Tehran, Gulf states weigh sanctions against the risk of escalation.
Three nations to group ministers, hold joint exercises and deepen defence industry cooperation under the pact.
While Egypt has been floated as a candidate, analysts say Cairo may be wary of defence commitments.
Rear Admiral Abdullah bin Salem Al-Shehri will lead multinational coalition’s naval defence to secure vital waterways.