Pakistan’s Tightrope Act in the Houthi–Saudi War
This Insight by Dr Tughral Yamin examines the reports of Pakistan Air Force’s fighter jets allegedly operating against the Houthis. It sheds light on Pakistan’s challenge of honoring defense commitments to Saudi Arabia while avoiding offensive involvement in Yemen. The analysis also examines the implications for Pakistan’s relations with its immediate neighbor Iran and argues for clearly defined limits on military engagement to protect Saudi territory without escalating regional tensions.
