Why it matters
If Syria joins, it could expand the group of countries tied to the pact as Yemen’s conflict intensifies, according to The New York Times. No direct U.S. effect is identified in the articles.
SECURITY & DEFENSE • MIDDLE EAST
Syria is weighing whether to join a defense pact involving Saudi Arabia
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Syria is evaluating whether to join a defense pact involving Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan, according to Al Jazeera. No decision to join has been reported.
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