Pakistan troops in Saudi Arabia not involved in operations against Yemen’s Houthis
Pakistan's Ministry of Defence has clarified that its troops stationed in Saudi Arabia are not involved in combat operations against Houthi fighters in Yemen. The spokesperson emphasized that the deployment is strictly for defensive purposes under a bilateral cooperation agreement.
Why it matters
This statement aims to clarify Pakistan's neutral stance in the regional conflict and maintain diplomatic relations with neighboring powers.
Pakistan’s troops stationed in Saudi Arabia are not participating in military operations against Houthi fighters in Yemen.
Pakistan Ministry of Defence spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said this in an interview with CNN.
“Pakistani troops are already deployed in Saudi Arabia and are engaged in various defensive operations. However, they are not participating in the Saudi military’s combat operations against the Houthis,” Chaudhry said.
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