Syria Weighs Joining Saudi Mutual Defense Pact as Yemen War Rages
⟶ Syria is considering joining a mutual defense pact with Saudi Arabia. This agreement currently includes Turkey and Pakistan.
A move to join Saudi Arabia’s agreement with Turkey and Pakistan could entangle more countries in the kingdom’s escalating conflict between the Iran-backed Houthis.
Background
The pact is a Saudi Arabian agreement with Turkey and Pakistan. The Yemen war is currently raging.
Why it matters
Joining this pact could involve more countries in the ongoing conflict in Yemen. This conflict is escalating between the Iran-backed Houthis and Saudi Arabia.
Possible impact
The move could entangle more countries in the kingdom's escalating conflict.