BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 13. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reaffirmed his country's support for Saudi Arabia amid ongoing attacks by Yemen's Houthi movement, emphasizing Ankara's commitment to standing alongside the kingdom during the escalating regional security crisis.
Arabaz reports that Erdogan conveyed this message during a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on Tuesday, October 13, according to a statement released by the Turkish presidency.
During the conversation, Erdogan strongly condemned the Houthi attacks targeting Saudi Arabia and expressed confidence that the kingdom would overcome the current security challenges. He assured the crown prince that Türkiye would continue supporting Saudi Arabia in the face of threats to its stability and security.
The conversation comes amid heightened regional tensions and growing concerns over the security of Saudi territory and critical infrastructure following attacks attributed to the Houthis.
In August 2026, NATO member Türkiye, nuclear-armed Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, establishing a framework for stronger military cooperation and collective security.
Under the agreement, an armed attack against any one of the three countries is considered an attack against all three, reinforcing their commitment to mutual defence and regional stability.
