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Former US President calls the alliance between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey a meaningful move for regional security<\/span><\/h1>\n

WASHINGTON \u2014 Former U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly endorsed the recently signed Makkah Joint Defence Agreement, which includes Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey.<\/h3>\n

Pakistan to Begin Work on $2.5 Billion ML-1 Railway Modernization in January<\/a><\/h3>\n

In a post on his social media platform, Trump expressed his satisfaction with the pact, describing it as a “big, bold, important first step” toward regional self-sufficiency.<\/h3>\n

Trump Warns Iran of Potential New Strikes, Dismisses Current Proposals<\/a><\/h3>\n

He noted that the agreement signals a shift in the Middle East, suggesting that nations in the region are finally organizing to defend their collective interests.<\/h3>\n

US-Iran Breakthrough: Pakistan, Qatar Broker Historic Peace Roadmap in Switzerland<\/a><\/h3>\n

The pact, signed on August 7, comes amid heightening tensions between the U.S. and Iran, and analysts suggest this tripartite alliance could significantly alter security dynamics in the Strait of Hormuz.<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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