In a high-level meeting held in Cairo, foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye collectively voiced their support for the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. This gathering, which is part of a four-country consultation mechanism, aims to alleviate regional tensions and encourage diplomatic resolutions. The meeting 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.
The ministers convened to assess recent developments in the Middle East, focusing on efforts to defuse regional tensions and backing diplomatic engagement in light of the memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran. The discussions also encompassed the security landscape in Lebanon, emphasizing the necessity for continued collaboration to avert further instability in the region.
In a collective statement, the four nations underscored their full endorsement of the US-Iran negotiation process. They highlighted that successful talks could fortify regional security, foster stability, and contribute to the reduction of conflicts across the area. The ministers also stressed the significance of pursuing diplomatic avenues to address ongoing crises and urged for enhanced international cooperation to tackle regional challenges.
Following the discussions, the participating ministers were received by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who lauded the increasing coordination among the four countries. He identified Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye as pivotal players in regional security and underscored the importance of supporting the implementation of the US-Iran agreement to ensure the success of the negotiation process.