What the US-Iran deal means for West Asian security and Pakistan (opens original article in a new tab)

The US-Iran deal and shifting Gulf alliances create a complex security landscape, with Pakistan navigating between Saudi and UAE interests to maintain its strategic autonomy.

• US and Iran agreed on a basic framework for a deal, but its concrete implementation remains uncertain.
• Saudi Arabia and UAE have divergent security strategies, with Saudi seeking closer ties with Pakistan and Iran, while UAE integrates Israel and India into Gulf security.
• Pakistan maintains a no-camps policy, avoiding taking sides between Gulf powers to preserve its strategic autonomy and economic interests.