In a significant diplomatic gathering in Cairo, foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye have collectively endorsed the ongoing negotiations between the United States and Iran, aiming to alleviate regional tensions and foster diplomatic resolutions. The high-level meeting 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, who convened under a four-country consultation framework.
The discussions focused on recent developments across the Middle East, with particular attention to efforts aimed at reducing regional tensions and supporting diplomatic engagement in the wake of a memorandum of understanding achieved between Washington and Tehran. The foreign ministers also addressed the security situation in Lebanon, underscoring the necessity for continued collaboration to avert further instability in the region.
In a collective statement, the quartet of nations articulated their full support for the US-Iran negotiation process, emphasizing the potential of these talks to bolster regional security, enhance stability, and mitigate conflicts throughout the area. They stressed the significance of pursuing diplomatic avenues to resolve ongoing crises and advocated for heightened international cooperation to tackle regional challenges effectively.
Following the meeting, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with the attending ministers, commending the growing coordination among the four countries. He lauded Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, and Türkiye as pivotal contributors to regional security and highlighted the critical importance of backing the implementation of the US-Iran agreement to ensure the success of the negotiation process.
