**Saudi-Houthi Conflict: Why Allies Aren’t Joining the Fight**

Saudi Arabia’s allies Pakistan and Türkiye have not entered the conflict militarily, despite their new defence pact.

 Pakistan says Riyadh has _not requested_ strikes and is pursuing diplomacy, while Türkiye has _expressed solidarity.
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 The US has provided intelligence and targeting support but declined direct strikes, citing broader regional priorities and risks.