Iran-US war latest: Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign Nato-style defence pact - but Tehran issues warning
Tensions in the Middle East have escalated following an Iranian missile attack on a UAE-linked vessel in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, reports suggest US military leadership is seeking an exit strategy from the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Why it matters
The intersection of regional defense pacts and potential US military withdrawal creates significant geopolitical instability in a critical global energy transit corridor.
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