Syria is exploring expanded regional security cooperation by considering joining a defense pact.

Syria's foreign minister has indicated that the country is considering entry into the Mecca defence pact.

Syria is actively considering and discussing potential membership in the Mecca Defense Pact, an alliance that includes Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan.

Joining the pact could entangle Syria in the conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, and potentially serve as a test for constraining Israeli aggression.

Syria's foreign minister stated that Syria is an integral part of regional security and reaffirmed support for the Saudi-backed Yemeni government.

Syria's foreign minister has indicated the country is contemplating entry into the Mecca defense pact.

Syria is actively considering and discussing entry into the Mecca Defense Pact, with the foreign minister confirming ongoing evaluations and talks.

There is doubt whether the pact will effectively constrain Israeli aggression, but it could serve as a test case for its capabilities.

Syria is actively discussing and evaluating the possibility of joining the Mecca Defense Pact, with the foreign minister confirming ongoing talks.