Pakistan’s military spokesperson has warned that the Makkah alliance could activate collective deterrence if Middle East negotiations fail and military confrontation occurs. Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry stressed that dialogue remains essential to resolving the ongoing regional conflict. He said the alliance aims to protect regional peace and security without pursuing aggression.
In an interview with an Arab television channel, the Director General of Inter-Services Public Relations discussed the progress of the joint defence agreement. He said the Makkah agreement had advanced within a short period. According to him, the arrangement reflects a shared vision among three countries.
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Chaudhry reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and the protection of Islam’s holiest sites. He described these priorities as fundamental to Pakistan’s position. He also said Pakistan would not compromise on protecting the holy sites in Makkah and Madinah.
The military spokesperson said attacks on sacred sites had caused strong anger among the public and political and military leadership. However, he warned that escalating regional tensions would benefit no country. He stressed that expanding the military confrontation across the Middle East would serve no one’s interests.
Chaudhry said negotiations must produce a meaningful outcome to prevent further conflict. He explained that collective deterrence could come into play if diplomatic efforts fail and military confrontation follows. At the same time, he emphasised that the Makkah alliance has no intention of pursuing aggression.
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He added that Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye support peace, stability and prosperity across the region. According to the military spokesperson, the alliance does not target any particular country. Instead, its stated purpose is to strengthen regional security and promote stability amid growing tensions.
Chaudhry also called for unity among Muslims rather than conflict between Muslim countries. His remarks highlighted Pakistan’s preference for a diplomatic settlement while maintaining its commitment to collective defence. The statement placed negotiations at the centre of efforts to prevent a wider regional confrontation.