Officials from Mecca pact countries to meet Iranian officials: Reuters
The meeting follows rising regional tensions and aims to de-escalate conflict, with officials from the three countries and Iran discussing security coordination.
- On Monday, October 26, 2026, Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Turkish intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin convened in Tehran to meet Iranian officials and discuss regional security coordination.
- This high-level contact follows escalating Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, prompting the three-nation bloc to activate collective defence measures under the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement signed in August.
- Pakistan initiated the diplomatic effort during Munir's recent visit to Tehran, according to Iranian officials, while Saudi Deputy Minister for Public Diplomacy Rayed Krimly described the talks as part of ongoing de-escalation efforts.
- Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei stated the meeting could "pave the way for further cooperation on regional security," noting discussions include developments in Palestine, Lebanon, and repercussions of military action against Iran.
- These negotiations occur amid heated rhetoric between Washington and Tehran, as both countries have reportedly drawn up plans to restart the wider war, potentially following the November 3 United States midterm elections.
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The initiative, which will bring together authorities from all four countries, seeks to address the consequences of the US and Israel war against Iran for regional security
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