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UPDATED Oct 20, 2026 at 11:15 PM ET
Oct 20, 2026 at 1:08 PM ET
Türkiye submits Makkah defence pact to parliament
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Türkiye has submitted the Makkah defence pact to parliament for ratification, moving closer to a formal mutual-defence pledge with Riyadh. Officials say Ankara’s support may be limited to weapons, equipment and intelligence sharing. Pakistan has ratified the treaty, while Egypt’s parliament is due to vote on support for Riyadh on Oct. 26.
WHO: Türkiye’s government
WHAT: submitted the Makkah defence pact to parliament for ratification
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 10:35 PM ET
WHERE: Türkiye
WHY: The pact would establish a formal mutual-defence pledge with Riyadh.
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