Senior officials from Iran, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey have held security talks in Tehran as regional powers seek to prevent a renewed escalation of the conflict involving Iran, the United States and Israel.
The meeting took place on Monday, October 26, amid growing concerns over the possibility of fresh military attacks and the wider impact of the conflict on regional stability.
The delegations included Saudi Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Ibrahim Kalin, head of Turkey’s National Intelligence Organisation. Iran was represented by Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of its Supreme National Security Council, alongside other senior officials.
The talks were held at Pakistan’s initiative and with Iran’s agreement. Saudi officials said the visit was part of efforts by members of the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement to reduce tensions, encourage dialogue and support diplomatic mediation led by Qatar and Pakistan.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei described the meeting as a practical step towards developing a regional security framework based on cooperation among countries in the region.
Discussions covered regional security, the consequences of the conflict involving Iran, the situation in Palestine and Lebanon, and the need for greater cooperation among regional governments. A joint statement said the four countries had agreed to continue dialogue to strengthen cooperation on regional peace and security.
The meeting comes as diplomatic efforts face pressure from renewed warnings by Washington and Jerusalem. Regional governments have expressed concern that further military action could widen the conflict, disrupt trade and threaten critical energy routes.
Saudi Arabia’s participation is particularly significant because the kingdom has faced security threats linked to the wider conflict, including attacks by Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthi movement. Pakistan and Qatar have also been involved in diplomatic efforts aimed at easing tensions.
The outcome of the talks remains uncertain, and no comprehensive agreement to end the conflict was announced. However, the decision to continue consultations signals that regional powers are seeking diplomatic channels alongside their security preparations.
TheDailyNewsHub has previously reported on oil prices rising amid renewed fears of attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting the potential economic consequences of further instability in the region.