Donald Trump Praises Defense Agreement Between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan

US President Donald Trump praised the defense agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan on Truth Social, describing it as a "big, bold, and important first step" for regional self-defense. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan compared the pact to NATO's Article 5, stating that the three nations would defend one another against any attack. Meanwhile, eight Muslim nations issued a joint statement accusing Israel of obstructing peace efforts. Tensions remain high as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz has slowed significantly following recent tanker attacks. A senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran has shifted to a "fully offensive" policy, warning of potential escalation if diplomacy fails. Conversely, Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei contradicted President Trump's claims regarding a 60-day deadline, clarifying that the period was intended for discussions on sanctions and nuclear issues. Additionally, the Iranian state-affiliated Mehr News Agency reported that the Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army announced a financial reward for the killing or capture of US soldiers.