In a significant diplomatic gathering in Cairo, foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye have reiterated their backing for the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. This high-level meeting was part of the four-country consultation mechanism aiming to ease regional tensions and foster diplomatic resolutions.
Among the attendees 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. Together, they assessed recent developments in the Middle East, focusing on initiatives to alleviate regional tensions and bolster diplomatic engagements following a memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran. They also addressed the security conditions in Lebanon, emphasizing the necessity of continued collaboration to avert further instability.
The ministers issued a joint statement expressing their complete support for the US-Iran negotiation process. They underscored that fruitful discussions could fortify regional security, foster stability, and help diminish conflicts across the area. Stressing the importance of diplomatic solutions, the ministers called for increased international cooperation to tackle regional challenges.
Following their deliberations, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the ministers, commending the enhanced coordination among the four nations. He recognized Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye as pivotal contributors to regional security and highlighted the importance of supporting the execution of the US-Iran agreement to ensure the success of the negotiation process.