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Pakistan has issued a stern warning to Iran that any Houthi-led attacks on Saudi Arabia will constitute a “red line” for Pakistan, a move aimed at averting the country’s entanglement in the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict.
According to sources, Islamabad has conveyed its grave concerns to Tehran regarding the prospect of Houthi escalation in the region, which could inadvertently lead to Pakistan’s military involvement. Pakistan fears the conflict may spread and eventually draw its forces into the fray, complicating the country’s already complicated regional dynamics.
The development comes as tensions between Iran and Saudi Arabia continue to escalate amidst rising concerns over the involvement of Houthi forces from Yemen. Iran is perceived as providing military support to the Houthi rebels, prompting Saudi Arabia to call for collective action against the group. Pakistan, which has long maintained diplomatic ties with Saudi Arabia, is seeking to distance itself from the conflict while preventing any instability from spilling over into its borders.
In recent years, Pakistan has strengthened its military alliance with Saudi Arabia under the umbrella of the Gulf Cooperation Council, which could potentially draw the country into the broader Middle Eastern conflict. Islamabad is mindful of its delicate regional stance, navigating the complex relationships between its traditional allies, India and the United States, while preventing any instability in the region from impacting Pakistan’s own stability.
Pakistan’s foreign ministry has issued a statement affirming its position and urging restraint in the region. “We have conveyed our concerns to Iran, reiterating the importance of de-escalation in the region and avoiding any actions that could draw other countries into the conflict,” said the statement.
The warnings issued to Iran by Pakistan demonstrate Islamabad’s keen sense of pragmatism as it works to maintain regional balance and avert potential destabilization. The country is caught between its long-standing friendship with Saudi Arabia and its own national interests, prompting Pakistan’s leaders to carefully calibrate their response to emerging regional threats.
As tensions in the Middle East continue to soar, Pakistan will continue to walk a tightrope in its diplomatic efforts, juggling its regional alliances and obligations while preventing any escalation that could destabilize the already volatile region.