Saudi Arabia Prepares Islamic NATO, Excludes Pakistan Amid Iran-US Tensions
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Saudi Arabia Eyes 'Islamic NATO' Amid Regional Tensions, Pakistan Left Out
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News18•18-03-2026, 10:31
Saudi Arabia Eyes 'Islamic NATO' Amid Regional Tensions, Pakistan Left Out
•Saudi Arabia to host high-profile meeting of Arab and Islamic foreign ministers in Riyadh to discuss regional security and coordination.
•The meeting comes as Middle East tensions escalate following US-Israel attacks and Iran's retaliation, impacting trade and transport.
•Former Qatari PM Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani advocates for a NATO-like defense alliance among Gulf countries, led by Saudi Arabia.
•The proposed alliance aims for joint military development and a unified policy towards Iran and Israel, prioritizing dialogue.
•Pakistan is not invited to the meeting, as Saudi Arabia seeks an alliance of countries with intertwined interests, citing past ineffectiveness of its pact with Pakistan.
