Conflict · Tehran, Iran · October 26, 2026

Saudi, Turkish and Pakistani officials hold talks in Tehran

Reported by 9 outlets · first reported Oct 26, 10:03 AM ET

Delegations from the Mecca pact countries met Iran's leaders to stop war restarting. They agreed to continue talks. Iran's president urged focus on shared interests.

Why it matters

Diplomacy by Gulf and regional states could prevent renewed fighting that disrupts oil supplies.

Background

The eight-month war between Iran and the US-Israel side began Feb. 28. Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan have a defense pact.

Sources

• The Straits Times ↗Oct 26, 2:56 PM ET
• The Hindu ↗Oct 26, 12:39 PM ET
• The Guardian ↗Oct 26, 10:03 AM ET

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