In a significant diplomatic meeting held in Cairo, foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye have pledged their backing for the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. The high-profile gathering was part of a four-country consultation mechanism aimed at reducing regional tensions and advancing diplomatic solutions. Participating in the discussions were Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.
Throughout the meeting, the ministers evaluated recent developments in the Middle East, with a particular focus on initiatives to diminish regional tensions and bolster diplomatic engagement following a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran. The discussions also included the security situation in Lebanon, with the ministers underscoring the need for continued coordination to avert further instability in the region.
In a collective statement, the four countries expressed their unwavering support for the US-Iran negotiation process. They highlighted that successful talks could enhance regional security, foster stability, and contribute to reducing conflicts. The ministers emphasized the necessity of diplomatic solutions to the region’s ongoing crises and called for increased international cooperation to tackle these challenges.
Following the session, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the attending ministers, commending the strengthened coordination among the four nations. He acknowledged Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye as pivotal contributors to regional security and stressed the importance of supporting the implementation of the US-Iran agreement, ensuring the negotiation process’s success.