In a concerted effort to ease tensions and encourage diplomatic resolutions in the Middle East, foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye convened in Cairo to express their support for the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran. This high-level meeting, part of a four-country consultation mechanism, provided a platform for the diplomats to discuss pressing regional issues and the potential impact of US-Iran talks.
The gathering 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. Together, they assessed recent developments and collaborative efforts to mitigate regional tensions, particularly in light of the memorandum of understanding reached between Washington and Tehran. The discussions also extended to the security situation in Lebanon, underscoring the necessity for ongoing coordination to avert further instability.
In their joint statement, the ministers collectively endorsed the US-Iran negotiation process, emphasizing its potential to enhance regional security, promote stability, and reduce conflicts. They underscored the significance of pursuing diplomatic solutions to address ongoing crises and urged for increased international cooperation to tackle challenges in the region.
Following the meeting, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the foreign ministers, commending the growing collaboration among the four nations. He highlighted the pivotal roles of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye in contributing to regional security and emphasized the importance of supporting the implementation of the US-Iran agreement to ensure the success of the negotiation process.