"Is this pact heading towards much-wanted Islamic NATO?": MJ Akbar demands US clarity over Mecca Pact
Former Indian Union Minister MJ Akbar has publicly questioned the United States regarding the strategic implications of the 'Mecca Pact' between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan. He expressed concerns over whether the trilateral security agreement is evolving into an 'Islamic NATO' and demanded clarity on its defined adversaries.
Why it matters
The formation of new regional security blocs in the Middle East and South Asia has significant implications for global geopolitical stability and US foreign policy.
--> Former Union Minister MJ Akbar (Photo/ANI) "Is this pact heading towards much-wanted Islamic NATO?": MJ Akbar demands US clarity over Mecca Pact ANI | Updated: Aug 20, 2026 10:08 IST
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