September 2026
MJ Akbar Critiques Saudi Arabia's Response to Houthi Strikes Amid Mecca Pact Controversy
MJ Akbar criticized the Mecca Defence Pact involving Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkiye, questioning Saudi Arabia's decision to seek U.S. assistance after Houthi strikes instead…
Potential Regional Intervention in Yemen: Implications for the Mecca Pact
The article discusses the potential for intervention by Pakistan and Turkiye in the Yemen conflict if requested by Saudi Arabia, although direct involvement in the…
Pakistan Clarifies No Military Role in Yemen Conflict Amid New Defense Pact
Pakistan has clarified that no military action has been discussed as part of its new defense agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye regarding the Yemen…
Pakistan Confirms No Plans to Expand Mecca Alliance
Pakistan's Foreign Ministry announced that the Mecca agreement, a defensive alliance signed with Turkiye and Saudi Arabia, will not be expanded. This development is significant…
Forest Fires in Turkiye's Antalya Prompt Evacuations Near Tourist Resorts
Massive forest fires have erupted in Turkiye's Antalya province, leading to evacuations near popular tourist resorts. While the article focuses on Turkiye, the environmental impact…
Turkiye initiates search for missing crew after cargo ship collision in Sea of Marmara
A cargo ship collision in the Sea of Marmara has led to search operations for 10 missing crew members. Turkish authorities are involved in the…
Deep-sea search for 20 missing persons in Cyprus ferry disaster begins
A deep-sea search operation has commenced for 20 individuals missing following a ferry disaster off the coast of Cyprus, with a vessel from Turkiye participating…