Pakistan's Solidarity Call to Saudi Arabia Following Houthi Attacks

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to express support for the Riyadh administration and clear up any question marks regarding mutual defense agreements following the Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia.

Background of the Call

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, condemning the Yemeni rebels' attacks on the Kingdom and conveying a message of full solidarity.

Regional Security and Energy Supply

During the call, it was emphasized that recent attacks threaten regional security and the global energy supply. A statement from the Prime Minister's Office pointed out that the attacks could negatively impact the world economy.

Defense Pact and Alliance Test

The ongoing clashes are being evaluated as the first major test of the joint defense agreement signed last month between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, which stipulates that an attack on one party is considered an attack on all.

Pakistan's Balancing Act and Concerns

Pakistani officials are concerned that the Houthi threat could draw the country directly into a war. While the risk increases due to Pakistani troops stationed near the Yemeni border, the Islamabad administration is trying to strike a balance between its economic interests and regional dynamics.