In a significant diplomatic development, the foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye have expressed their united support for the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. This declaration came during a high-level meeting in Cairo, where the ministers aimed to address regional tensions and advocate for diplomatic solutions.
The gathering, under the four-country consultation mechanism, included Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan. During their discussions, they assessed recent developments in the Middle East, particularly focusing on efforts to de-escalate tensions and bolster diplomatic engagement following a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran. They also reviewed the security situation in Lebanon, emphasizing the need for continued coordination to prevent further instability.
A joint statement from the ministers underscored their complete support for the US-Iran dialogue, highlighting the potential of successful talks to reinforce regional security, foster stability, and mitigate conflicts throughout the area. They stressed the importance of seeking diplomatic resolutions to ongoing crises and called for enhanced international cooperation to tackle regional challenges.
Following the meeting, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the foreign ministers, commending the increasing coordination among the four nations. He recognized Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye as pivotal contributors to regional security and underscored the necessity of backing the implementation of the US-Iran agreement to ensure the success of the negotiation process.
