RismadarVoice Reporters
November 6, 2026
Iran, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye have agreed to continue diplomatic discussions aimed at preventing renewed military escalation in the Middle East, following high-level security talks in Tehran.
The agreement followed a meeting on Monday, October 26, involving senior representatives of the three countries that signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement in August 2026.
The delegation comprised Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman Al Saud, Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and Türkiye’s intelligence chief, Ibrahim Kalin.
They met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Mohsen Rezaei, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council.
According to a joint statement reported by Iranian state media, the four countries agreed to maintain dialogue and strengthen cooperation on regional peace and security.
However, no date or location was announced for subsequent negotiations.
The discussions took place amid growing tensions between Iran and the United States, alongside intensified missile and drone attacks by Yemen’s Houthi movement against Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia has accused the Iran-aligned Houthis of targeting civilian airports, energy infrastructure and other strategic facilities, while the rebels have continued operations against Saudi-backed government forces in Yemen.
The diplomatic initiative also addressed disagreements surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, the United States’ blockade of Iranian ports and efforts to revive negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme.
Iran has demanded the lifting of American restrictions affecting its trade and oil exports, while Washington continues to seek concessions concerning Iran’s nuclear activities and regional security.
President Pezeshkian expressed support for stronger cooperation among regional countries, maintaining that dialogue could help resolve disputes and prevent further instability.
Saudi Arabia similarly described the visit as an opportunity to encourage negotiations and prevent renewed fighting.
Meanwhile, Türkiye’s parliament approved the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on Thursday, November 5, by 279 votes to 119.
The agreement provides for collective security cooperation, intelligence sharing and coordinated responses to threats against participating countries.
Turkish officials have, however, maintained that the pact does not automatically commit Ankara to deploying troops against the Houthis.
The United States had earlier ordered non-emergency diplomatic personnel and their families to leave Saudi Arabia, citing increased security risks.
Despite the diplomatic engagement, no comprehensive agreement resolving the US-Iran confrontation has been announced.
Regional governments continue to pursue negotiations amid concerns that renewed hostilities could further disrupt energy supplies, international shipping and civilian security across the Middle East.
