Pakistan deployed fighter squadron and 8,000 soldiers to Saudi Arabia during Iran war: Report
Pakistan has reportedly deployed 8,000 soldiers and a squadron of fighter jets to Saudi Arabia during the Iran war. This deployment, which was not previously disclosed, may complicate Pakistan's role as a neutral mediator in the conflict. The force includes advanced JF-17 fighters and is intended to support Saudi Arabia in case of further attacks.
- ▪Pakistan deployed 8,000 soldiers and a squadron of fighters to Saudi Arabia during the war with Iran.
- ▪The deployment included a squadron of 16 advanced JF-17 fighters and a Chinese HQ-9 air defense system.
- ▪The fighters and equipment were financed by Saudi Arabia and operated by Pakistani personnel.
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Pakistan deployed 8,000 soldiers and a squadron of fighters to Saudi Arabia during the war with Iran, according to a new report. The deployment wasn’t previously disclosed and may create problems as Pakistan was serving as a neutral mediator in the conflict between Iran and the United States. Despite its mediating role since early in the war, three security officials and two government sources told Reuters that the deployment included a squadron of 16 advanced JF-17 fighters, 8,000 capable troops, and a Chinese HQ-9 air defense system. The force was described as combat-capable and intended to support Riyadh if it came under further attack.
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