Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey met with Iran in Tehran on October 26 to continue discussions on regional security and peace, according to a joint statement. The meeting followed the signing of the Makkah Joint Defense Agreement in August by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey, which treats an armed attack on one member as an attack on all three. The talks aimed to de-escalate tensions and prevent the Middle East war from reigniting.
The delegation included Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, who emphasized the importance of dialogue. The meeting took place amid warnings from the United States, Iran, and Israel about potential hostilities. The United States has signaled no shift in its stance toward Iran, according to reports, while Iran has criticized the U.S. As not being serious about negotiations.
The four-country meeting was part of ongoing efforts to strengthen regional security cooperation. The Mecca Defence Alliance, which includes Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey, has been working to enhance military readiness and promote stability in the region. The talks with Iran mark a continuation of these efforts, with all four nations agreeing to maintain regular consultations.
This meeting comes as tensions in the Middle East remain high, particularly in Yemen, where conflict has persisted. The discussions in Tehran aim to address these challenges through diplomatic channels. The outcome of the talks will be closely watched as a potential step toward greater regional cooperation.
