Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have met with Iranian officials in Tehran to discuss de-escalating tensions in the region. The meeting, part of ongoing diplomatic efforts, aims to prevent the conflict with Iran-backed Houthi rebels from expanding. The three nations, known as the Mecca Pact, are seeking to address concerns raised by the United States, Israel, and Iran about the potential for hostilities to increase.
Saudi Arabia’s Defence Minister, Prince Khalid bin Salman, led the delegation, which included representatives from all three countries. The talks followed warnings from multiple international actors that the situation could worsen. The goal is to reduce hostilities and avoid a broader regional war. The meeting comes amid heightened tensions due to ongoing attacks by the Houthi group, which are backed by Iran.
The Mecca Pact, formed by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, has been actively involved in diplomatic efforts to stabilize the region. This meeting marks another step in their strategy to address the crisis. The discussions are part of a broader initiative to prevent the conflict from spilling over into other areas of the Middle East. The outcome of the talks will be crucial in determining the future of regional stability.
