Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has expressed ambiguity regarding Saudi Arabia’s potential military support in the event of an India-Pakistan conflict, despite the recent Strategic Mutual Defence Agreement signed between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. While the pact includes a collective defense clause, Asif’s guarded responses suggest uncertainty about Saudi Arabia’s military involvement, particularly amid rising tensions following India’s Operation Sindoor. Analysts view the agreement more as posturing against Israel than as a genuine deterrent to India, given Saudi Arabia’s strong economic ties with India. The situation complicates India’s strategic calculus, as the pact could embolden Pakistan, yet Saudi Arabia seems intent on maintaining its robust relationship with India while navigating regional security dynamics.