Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan send envoys to Iran in push to end war

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   Saudi, Turkish and Pakistani Envoys Hold Emergency Talks in Iran

   Top defense officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan met with Iranian leaders in Tehran for emergency diplomatic talks aimed at averting a renewed regional war involving the United States and Israel. The high-level delegations, representing the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement countries, convened to de-escalate ongoing tensions, address Houthi attacks, and manage Yemen-related conflicts as the region stands on edge. Following the discussions, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan agreed to hold further talks, even as the summit exposed divisions among Iranian hardliners regarding engagement with Washington.

   Why it matters

   The diplomatic push follows mounting concerns over potential military strikes and comes as energy markets react to regional volatility. Envoys traveled to Tehran for negotiations framed by some analysts as a crucial window before military escalation. The discussions highlight a rare regional effort to broker stability through the Mecca pact framework, drawing divergent reactions within Iranian political circles regarding the loss of leverage.

   What is confirmed

   • Top officials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan held emergency talks with Iranian officials in Tehran.
   • The delegations represent the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement countries.
   • The diplomatic meetings address regional tensions, Houthi attacks, and relations with the United States and Israel.
   • Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan agreed to hold more talks following the Tehran summit.
   • Oil prices slid over 2 percent as traders weighed Saudi attack risks and demand destruction.

   Still unconfirmed

   • The talks in Tehran may represent a final chance for diplomacy before potential military action occurs.
   • The Tehran summit has divided Iranian hardliners over the issues of Yemen and talks with the United States.

   What to watch next

   • Further scheduled talks between Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan
   • Any new military developments or potential strikes involving the United States, Israel, or Houthi forces
   • Official announcements regarding follow-up diplomatic mechanisms from the Mecca pact nations
   Sources used for this update (26)

   1. Reuters — Top officials from Mecca pact countries to meet Iranian officials in Tehran on Monday, two sources say
   2. Al Jazeera — Iran war live: Saudi, Pakistani and Turkish defence officials due in Tehran
   3. CNBC — Oil slides over 2% as traders weigh Saudi attack risks, demand destruction
   4. AP News — Delegations meeting in Tehran with region on edge over potential for renewed fighting
   5. The New York Times — Flurry of Diplomacy in Iran as Threat of Renewed Regional War Looms
   6. CNN — Iran hosts Saudi Arabia and regional powers as fears grow of return to war
   7. Al Jazeera — Mecca defence alliance members in Tehran to defuse Iran-US, Yemen tensions
   8. The Washington Post — Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan send envoys to Iran in push to end war
   9. www.breitbart.com — Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan Hold Emergency Talks in Iran Amid Fears of Renewed War
   10. nypost.com — Saudi Arabia and allies Turkey, Pakistan travel to Iran for negotiations to end Houthi attacks, wider war
   11. Al Jazeera — Iran, Saudi, Turkiye and Pakistan agree to more talks amid Houthi attacks
   12. NewsNation — Saudi, Pakistani, and Turkish officials meet Iranian leaders in Tehran
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