Pakistan has paused a planned $1.5 billion defence deal to supply weapons and fighter jets to Sudan after objections from Saudi Arabia, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.

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On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump signed a strategic economic agreement with Saudi Arabia as the oil-rich nation rolled out the red carpet for him at the beginning of a tour of Gulf states, aimed at securing trillions of dollars in investments.

By Faiq Mahmudov

Iran and Armenia have concluded a significant arms agreement valued at $500 million, according to a source with knowledge of the matter who spoke to Iran International.This agreement, constituting approximately one-third of Armenia's defense budget for 2024, raises several critical questions: What are Iran's intentions behind this military support to Armenia? How will this impact the already delicate geopolitical balance in the South Caucasus? What are the potential consequences for regional security and the interests of other involved powers, including Russia and Western countries?

Iran and Armenia have entered into a significant arms deal valued at $500 million, a source familiar with the matter told Iran International, News.Az reports.