Pakistan and Turkey Approach Saudi-led War Against Houthis
Pakistani and Turkish military chiefs are set to meet in Riyadh for crucial discussions regarding potential involvement in the Saudi-led conflict against the Houthi rebels in Yemen, according to Al Jazeera.
While both countries have expressed their support for the Saudi-led coalition, they remain cautious about fully committing to the conflict. As of now, Pakistan has provided logistical and diplomatic assistance, while Turkey has been providing intelligence.
The talks between the military chiefs from Pakistan and Turkey, along with their Saudi counterparts, aim to further explore the possibility of their involvement in the ongoing war against the Houthi rebels.
The Saudi-led coalition has been fighting against the Houthi rebels since 2015, aiming to restore the Yemeni government and counter Iran's influence in the region. Yemen is currently facing a devastating humanitarian crisis, with millions of people in need of aid.
As the discussions progress, it remains to be seen whether Pakistan and Turkey will take a more active role in the conflict or continue providing support in different capacities.
Background: Saudi-led Coalition and Yemen Crisis
- The Saudi-led coalition has been fighting against the Houthi rebels in Yemen since 2015.
- The coalition aims to restore the Yemeni government and counter Iran's influence in the region.
- Yemen is currently facing a severe humanitarian crisis, with millions of people in need of aid.
Pakistan and Turkey's Support for Saudi-led Coalition
- Pakistan has provided logistical and diplomatic assistance to the Saudi-led coalition.
- Turkey has been offering intelligence support.
Pakistan and Turkey's Debate on Involvement
- Pakistan and Turkey are cautiously exploring the possibility of taking a more active role in the conflict.
- The discussions between military chiefs from the three countries are expected to shed light on their future involvement.
<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>