Pakistan Sends Troops, Fighters to Saudi Arabia, Reuters Reports - Bloomberg.com
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- Pakistan sent roughly 8,000 troops to Saudi Arabia
- Pakistan deployed a squadron of JF‑17 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia
Why it matters: Saudi Arabia gains 8,000 Pakistani troops and a JF‑17 jet squadron, strengthening its defense against Iran, while Iran faces a broader coalition, likely prompting higher regional defense spending and market volatility.
