Pakistan army chief Asim Munir meets Saudi defence minister Khalid bin Salman as Iran war escalates, discussing joint defence measures and urging Tehran to avoid miscalculations in the Middle East crisis.
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Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir held an important meeting with Khalid bin Salman to discuss regional security and defence cooperation as the war involving Iran, Israel, and the United States continues to escalate across the Middle East.
According to Pakistan’s military media wing Inter-Services Public Relations, the two leaders discussed the security situation following Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting Saudi territory and the broader regional implications of the ongoing conflict.
The meeting focused on joint measures to counter potential threats under a strategic defence cooperation framework agreed between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia last year.
Discussion on strategic defence pact
Officials said the talks referenced the Pakistan–Saudi strategic defence agreement, which provides for enhanced security cooperation and coordination in the event of external aggression against either country.
Under the arrangement, any external attack against one country could be considered a threat to both nations, strengthening military coordination between Islamabad and Riyadh.
Military officials emphasised that unprovoked aggression threatens regional stability and undermines diplomatic efforts aimed at resolving the crisis peacefully.
Call for Iran to act with restraint
During the meeting, both sides expressed hope that Iran would exercise restraint and avoid actions that could further escalate tensions.
Pakistan’s military said both leaders stressed that miscalculations in the current environment could further destabilise the region and make diplomatic solutions more difficult.
Following the talks, the Saudi defence minister also urged Iran to act with caution.
In a message posted on social media, Khalid bin Salman said discussions focused on Iranian attacks on Saudi Arabia and steps needed to counter them under the strategic defence framework between the two countries.
Meeting amid widening Middle East conflict
The high-level talks come at a time when the Middle East is witnessing one of its most volatile security crises in years, with missile and drone attacks reported across several countries.
Analysts say the meeting reflects growing concern among regional allies about the conflict expanding beyond its current battlefield and threatening wider regional stability.
