Syria considers joining Mecca Defense Pact

Syria is considering joining the Mecca Defense Pact, which was established by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey.

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shibani said during the Manama Dialogue forum that discussions are underway to study Syria’s entry into the Mecca alliance. He emphasized that regional stability depends on ending the tragedy in Gaza and paving the way for an independent Palestinian state.

He added that Syrian territory has suffered more than 1,000 Israeli attacks in less than two years, resulting in dozens of deaths. He questioned how calls to control borders and restrict weapons can be justified while Syrian sovereignty is violated and targeted on a daily basis.