PTVNEWS — broadcast 20260808 190000 UTC 249 transcript segments Google Cloud Speech-to-Text API (Chirp) + Gemini 2.5 Flash Non-Thinking Data courtesy of The GDELT Project (https://www.gdeltproject.org/), from the Internet Archive TV News Archive. Machine transcription. Treat it as a searchable index of what was broadcast, not a verbatim quotation record. [00:00:11] active under Indian patronage [00:01:03] agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey. [00:01:30] Celebrations for the defense agreement are in full swing across Pakistan. All [00:01:33] major private and government buildings are illuminated with green and red lights. [00:01:37] The fluttering flags of the three countries bear witness to national glory and grandeur. [00:01:41] Witness. [00:01:46] The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement between Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia [00:01:50] has generated immense enthusiasm in Pakistan. The federal capital, Islamabad, [00:01:54] is beautifully decorated. On Constitution Avenue, the national flags of Pakistan, [00:01:57] Turkey, and Saudi Arabia are hoisted. Special LED screens [00:02:01] installed at important locations highlight the historical fraternal [00:02:05] relations, mutual cooperation, and shared defense commitment [00:02:08] between the three brotherly Islamic countries. Provincial [00:02:12] cities have also been splendidly decorated. In every [00:02:15] direction, images of the leadership of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, [00:02:19] flags, banners, and digital screens prominently display a beautiful [00:02:23] and peaceful tagline of peace, security, and stability. [00:02:27] The Organization of Islamic Cooperation [00:02:33] welcomes the Mecca mutual defense [00:02:35] its defense industry, agreement. The agreement will strengthen [00:02:39] solidarity and constructive partnership among OIC member states. [00:02:42] The agreement is a manifestation of a shared determination [00:02:45] to address growing security challenges. OIC Secretary General [00:02:48] Hussein Ibrahim [00:02:49] Taha. [00:02:56] Bahrain, Yemen, and Somalia Saudi Arabia, Pakistan. [00:04:30] This agreement already exists, but Turkey's inclusion in it [00:04:33] is a very good positive sign for Pakistan [00:04:37] and the region. It is a NATO-style agreement and it should have happened [00:04:41] earlier. Kudos to the Pakistan Armed Forces [00:04:44] for swearing to defend Saudi Arabia's integrity, [00:04:48] and now they have included Turkey. This is Pakistan's second major important [00:04:52] step in international diplomacy regarding national defense. There is an ideological [00:04:56] and political harmony among the three countries. [00:05:00] This is a very good agreement and it should happen, and we [00:05:04] consider it a reward for ourselves, and Inshallah, [00:05:07] Pakistan will protect all of them. Our [00:05:11] army has always protected Pakistan. [00:05:34] Saudi Arabia and Turkey express their full joy and enthusiasm. [00:05:38] The defense agreement gave new impetus to the partnership [00:05:41] between the three countries. Senior journalists and intellectuals paid splendid tribute [00:05:45] to the leadership of the three countries. [00:06:10] We welcome this historic defense [00:06:15] This agreement will play an important role [00:06:18] in peace and stability in the region, as well as the security of the three countries. [00:06:22] Pakistan, Saudi [00:06:25] Arabia, and Turkey have reached [00:06:28] a joint Mecca agreement, for which the public [00:06:32] expresses immense praise and stands with [00:06:35] their armed forces and government every step of the way. This is a new [00:06:39] path of development for Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, [00:06:43] which will prove to be a defense [00:06:45] agreement. [00:06:49] Prominent personalities from various walks of life have called the Mecca mutual [00:06:53] defense agreement a historic development. The agreement will give new impetus [00:06:56] to cooperation among Muslim countries. A new chapter of unity [00:07:00] will begin among the Muslim Ummah. [00:07:26] Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, accompanied by a delegation in Medina [00:07:29] Munawwara, visited the Prophet's Tomb (PBUH) and offered prayers in Riyadh [00:07:33] Al-Jannah, making special supplications for the progress and prosperity [00:07:37] of the country and nation. Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Federal Ministers [00:07:40] Khawaja Muhammad, and Special Assistant Tariq Fatemi were also present. [00:09:42] The joys doubled. Old and young, and children were happy. [00:09:45] Citizens were busy shopping for Independence Day. [00:09:49] مصروف۔ [00:09:56] The story of sacrifice and migration from the partition of British India [00:10:00] to the creation of Pakistan, from the eyewitnesses. After the announcement of the partition, [00:10:03] Muslims began migrating to Pakistan in various caravans. [00:10:07] In attacks by Sikhs and Hindus, countless men, women, and children [00:10:11] were killed. [00:10:31] In attacks, security forces acted on intelligence reports. Terrorists [00:10:36] were sent to hell. The Khawarij violated the sanctity of the mosque [00:10:40] and used it as a hideout. Weapons and ammunition [00:10:44] were recovered from the possession of the deceased Khawarij. In the exchange of fire, Captain Hamza Akram [00:10:48] was martyred while bravely leading his troops. President [00:10:51] Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif praised Captain Hamza. [00:11:29] A special committee meeting on the Gallantry Awards was held under the chairmanship [00:11:33] of Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Approval was given to award civil awards [00:11:36] to martyrs and Ghazis who displayed courage and bravery. Civil [00:11:40] awards for 78 individuals in various categories were approved. The eternal [00:11:43] sacrifices of martyrs and Ghazis are a national asset, [00:11:46] said the Federal Interior Minister. [00:11:55] A meeting chaired by Chief Minister Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, [00:11:58] set the goal of further improving Suthra Punjab across the province. [00:12:02] Instructions were given to use uniform waste bins in markets, bazaars, and commercial [00:12:06] areas. SOPs will be formulated to evaluate the performance of workers [00:12:10] said Maryam Nawaz Sharif. [00:14:25] wants to gain rights through it. Israel wants the war to continue. [00:14:29] Countries in the region, through joint efforts, [00:14:32] should foil conspiracies against peace and stability. Iranian President Masoud [00:14:36] Pezeshkian addressed the nation on completing two years [00:14:39] in office. [00:14:51] A three-Test match series will be played between Pakistan and England. The first Test is on the 19th. [00:16:07] This chapter, the defense agreement of three brotherly Islamic countries, [00:16:11] has given a direction to the long-cherished desire for unity of the Muslim Ummah. [00:16:15] One God, one Prophet, one Quran, one Kalima, and one [00:16:18] Qibla have provided the foundations of brotherhood and unity [00:16:22] upon which the Mecca mutual defense agreement was reached. The three countries participating in the agreement [00:16:25] reached within the holy boundaries have pledged that an attack [00:16:29] on one country will be considered aggression against all three countries. [00:16:32] This is a message to the hegemonic and expansionist powers [00:16:36] that peace is ours. [00:17:20] witnesses. Pakistan is celebrating with great enthusiasm over the historic Mecca mutual defense [00:17:23] agreement. The historic Mecca mutual defense agreement [00:17:27] between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey marks the beginning of a new [00:17:30] era of peace, security, and stability. The historic milestone [00:17:34] of the defense agreement has further enhanced the festivities [00:17:37] of Independence Day across the country. On the occasion of the joint defense [00:17:41] agreement, like the rest of the country, the federal capital Islamabad [00:17:45] has also been beautifully decorated. The national flags [00:17:49] of Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia are hoisted on [00:17:52] Constitution Avenue. Constitution Avenue, adorned with the flags of the three [00:17:56] countries, is further enhancing the beauty of Islamabad. Meanwhile, special [00:18:00] LED screens have also been installed at important locations, [00:18:03] highlighting the historic fraternal relations, mutual cooperation, and [00:18:06] joint defense between the three brotherly Islamic countries. [00:18:10] Prominent messages on the screens reflect the importance of the Mecca [00:18:14] Joint Defense Agreement and the strengthening relations between Pakistan, Turkey, and [00:18:17] Saudi Arabia. The special decoration of the federal capital [00:18:21] is a beautiful manifestation of the strength, mutual trust, defense [00:18:25] cooperation, and shared determination [00:18:26] between the three countries. [00:18:31] The historic Mecca mutual defense agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, [00:18:34] and Turkey marks the beginning of a new era of peace, security, and stability. [00:19:08] Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has described the signing of the Mecca [00:19:11] mutual defense agreement with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin [00:19:15] Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as an honor. [00:19:19] The defense agreement has also been fully welcomed by Islamic [00:19:22] countries. Let's know more details about this from [00:19:25] our correspondent Zeeshan Ali Bhatti. [00:19:27] سے [00:19:30] The joint defense agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, [00:19:33] and Turkey in Makkah al-Mukarramah unites the three brotherly Islamic [00:19:37] countries in their resolve for peace, security, and joint defense. [00:19:41] Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has described the signing of the Makkah [00:19:44] joint defense agreement with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin [00:19:48] Salman and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as an honor. In his message, the Prime [00:19:52] Minister said that the three brotherly Islamic countries are bound by a common [00:19:55] resolve for faith, friendship, and peace and security. The Prime Minister has prayed [00:19:59] that this historic agreement, reached in the shadow of the Two Holy Mosques, [00:20:03] will prove to be a strong shield of peace and stability for future [00:20:07] generations. Prime Minister [00:20:15] has presented those whose efforts played a crucial role in bringing [00:20:18] this great objective to fruition. On the other hand, Islamic [00:20:22] countries have fully welcomed the Makkah defense agreement [00:20:26] between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey. The Organization of Islamic [00:20:29] Cooperation has also described the Makkah defense agreement [00:20:33] between Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey as an important development. [00:20:37] OIC Secretary-General Hussein Ibrahim has said that this agreement [00:20:41] reflects the solidarity of Islamic countries and their determination [00:20:45] to confront growing security challenges. The agreement has been fully [00:20:48] welcomed by Bahrain. From the Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs. [00:21:20] and highlight the shared religious, cultural, and civilizational heritage [00:22:50] The Mecca mutual defense agreement is an expression of the shared [00:22:53] commitment to friendship, peace, and security among the brotherly Islamic countries. [00:22:57] Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey are in a celebratory mood. [00:23:01] Nimra Sohail will report. [00:23:04] Three Muslim countries, but a joint defense. [00:23:07] The Mecca Joint Defense Agreement is a magnificent, [00:23:11] historic defense agreement for Pakistan, Turkey, and [00:23:15] Saudi Arabia. Looking at Saudi Arabia, it is oil-rich [00:23:18] and influential in the Gulf countries. Turkey has [00:23:22] drones and is known for [00:23:25] while Pakistan has [00:23:28] a very strong military. This [00:23:32] is a milestone, the most important defense agreement [00:23:36] in the West Asian region at this time. [00:23:39] Pakistan's leadership worked day [00:23:43] and night for this so that another layer [00:23:46] could be added to Pakistan's defense. An attack on one country [00:23:50] will be considered an attack on all three countries. Now the sentence [00:23:53] of all three has combined [00:23:57] into one. Now the credit for this goes to Pakistan's [00:24:00] political and military leadership [00:24:03] who worked day and night. Pakistan is celebrating a three-day festival [00:24:07] in this regard. Look, Independence Day is coming for Pakistan, [00:24:11] and Pakistan faces many internal and external challenges, [00:24:15] but despite this, Pakistan's decorum [00:24:18] on the international forum is improving day by day. [00:24:50] The joint defense agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, [00:24:53] and Turkey, which has been named the Mecca [00:24:57] Joint Defense Agreement, has made not only the people of Pakistan [00:25:01] but also the Muslim Ummah happy. This defense agreement [00:25:05] between the three countries will certainly prove to be a milestone. [00:25:09] In Pakistan, the flags of all three countries [00:25:12] have been hoisted, and the flags of all three countries [00:25:16] are flying throughout Pakistan. The people of Pakistan are happy. [00:25:20] Pakistan's Independence Day is also approaching, and Pakistan's joys, with this defense [00:25:24] agreement between the three countries and the joys of Independence Day, [00:25:27] will combine and double. Pakistan is currently seen with respect [00:25:31] in the world, both on the diplomatic [00:25:34] level and on the political level. Pakistan [00:25:38] has now achieved a clear position in the world. In this, [00:25:42] the efforts of Pakistan's civil and military leadership [00:25:45] are commendable. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister, and Foreign [00:25:53] Minister, their efforts in this regard are commendable. A golden [00:25:57] chapter has been added to the country's history. The Mecca Joint [00:26:01] Defense Agreement between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey [00:26:04] will now further strengthen and make more effective [00:26:08] the joint defense capabilities of the three brotherly Islamic countries [00:26:12] against all kinds of aggression. The brotherly country of Saudi Arabia, [00:26:15] which has stood by Pakistan in every trial, is a long-standing [00:26:19] strategic partner. The brotherly country of Turkey has also fully [00:26:23] supported Pakistan in every hour of trial. This agreement reached among [00:26:26] the important brotherly countries of the Islamic world reflects [00:26:30] this common resolve to strengthen collective security, [00:26:34] secure and prosperous future, and to expand cooperation [00:26:37] at the global level, including the region, [00:26:40] and to demonstrate it in practice. In Al-Safa Palace, Makkah, [00:26:44] Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Saudi Crown Prince [00:26:48] and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip [00:26:51] Erdogan signed the historic Mecca Joint Defense [00:26:54] Agreement. Pakistan's armed forces, [00:26:58] law enforcement agencies, and the entire nation are engaged [00:27:02] in combating the challenge of terrorism. After decisively defeating [00:27:05] its sworn enemy in the battle of truth, Pakistan has further [00:27:09] strengthened and consolidated its position on the diplomatic [00:27:13] and defense fronts. However, in the current situation in the Gulf, [00:27:15] our economic difficulties have increased. [00:27:19] In the Iran-America war, Pakistan has emerged [00:27:22] as a standard-bearer of peace through its balanced and effective [00:27:26] diplomacy, acting as a mediator. The joint agreement [00:27:30] with important countries like Saudi Arabia and Turkey [00:27:33] will add an important and golden chapter to Pakistan's history. [00:27:37] ہوگا۔ [00:27:40] After the Mecca mutual defense agreement between Saudi Arabia, [00:27:44] Pakistan, and Turkey, the federal capital was adorned with the national [00:27:48] flags of the three countries. Details from Sadaf Afzal. [00:27:51] Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey have taken a historic [00:27:54] step for peace and security in the region. Today, every [00:27:58] Pakistani's head is held high with pride. And throughout [00:28:01] the country, there is an atmosphere of joy and celebration. [00:28:05] The joint defense agreement will bring peace, stability, [00:28:08] and prosperity to Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, [00:28:12] as well as the entire Muslim Ummah. This alliance has been declared [00:28:16] a symbol of global solidarity on both public and official [00:28:19] levels. If we talk about the federal capital, I am currently [00:28:23] present on the main boulevard where you can see large [00:28:26] hoardings with pictures of the leadership of the three countries [00:28:30] in the background. The main boulevards and buildings [00:28:34] of Islamabad have been decorated with red [00:28:37] and green lights. The public is currently out on the roads [00:28:41] to see these lights and express their happiness. The celebrations [00:28:44] of the success of this historic agreement will continue until [00:28:48] Monday. Future generations will always remember [00:28:51] the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement as a shining chapter of unity. [00:28:55] گی۔ [00:28:57] The historic Mecca mutual defense agreement signed on August 7th [00:29:01] between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey.