In September, Pakistan reportedly dispatched four cargo planes filled with military armaments to the port city of Aden, Yemen. According to reports, the shipment was intended to support the Saudi-backed, internationally recognized Yemeni government as it faces a significant military offensive from Houthi forces. The equipment delivered is said to include air defense systems, light artillery, drones, and anti-drone technology.

This development suggests a potential shift in Pakistan's role in the ongoing Yemeni conflict, indicating an increase in direct military support. Beyond the hardware shipments, reports also indicate that Pakistani military advisors are currently deployed alongside Saudi counterparts to provide operational support to the Yemeni government forces. While the shipments have been linked to broader efforts by the Saudi-led coalition to stabilize the region, the extent of Pakistan's long-term strategic involvement remains a subject of international observation. The reports, which originated from Reuters, highlight a deepening alignment between Islamabad and the Saudi-backed administration in Aden.