The Middle East's Emerging Bloc: A Defense Pact of Consequence The recent signing of a joint defense pact between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan has sent shockwaves through the region.
This agreement is significant because it marks the emergence of a new regional power bloc, one that could fundamentally alter the dynamics of the Middle East.
For decades, external powers have dominated the region's politics and security. The United States, Israel, and Iran have all played key roles in shaping its landscape.