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EPISODE · May 1, 2026 · 10 MIN

SecurityCode: Tracing Pakistan’s influence in Middle East- From 1971 to now

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In 1971, Iran seized the Tunb islands and Abu Musa as British influence waned, causing instability in the Gulf. Fearing internal coups and external threats, Gulf monarchies, notably Saudi Arabia, sought military aid. Pakistan stepped in, deploying thousands of troops to 22 countries, gaining significant compensation and funding for its nuclear program, solidifying its regional security role. The Pakistani garrison at Tabuk began blossoming—not to defend any particular border, but to protect the House of Saud from destruction. @praveenswami writes in @theprintindia #SecurityCode----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/security-code/pakistans-influence-in-middle-east-goes-back-to-1971/2908699/

In 1971, Iran seized the Tunb islands and Abu Musa as British influence waned, causing instability in the Gulf. Fearing internal coups and external threats, Gulf monarchies, notably Saudi Arabia, sought military aid. Pakistan stepped in, deploying thousands of troops to 22 countries, gaining significant compensation and funding for its nuclear program, solidifying its regional security role. The Pakistani garrison at Tabuk began blossoming—not to defend any particular border, but to protect the House of Saud from destruction. @praveenswami writes in @theprintindia #SecurityCode----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/security-code/pakistans-influence-in-middle-east-goes-back-to-1971/2908699/

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