Iran Mecca Pact Talks Continue

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1. 26 Oct

   The Saudi defence minister, Khalid bin Salman, Pakistan’s army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, and the head of Turkey’s intelligence service, Ibrahim Kalın, were to meet Iran’s top security officials and negotiators to push for a deal between Tehran and Washington.

   6 outlets · The Guardian
2. 27 Oct

   Saudi Arabia was represented by defence minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, younger brother of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman; Pakistan by army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir; and Turkiye by intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin, Saudi and Iranian officials said.

   3 outlets · Times of India

Coverage 14 articles

• 28 Oct Is Iran headed to war or peace after Mecca alliance meeting?Three major Middle Eastern powers—Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey—met in Tehran this Monday as part of their new Mecca defense pact aimed at preventing further military escalation between Iran and its adversaries, including the United States and Israel. The envoys discussed regional security issues such as US-Iran tensions, Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia, and naval disputes over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran viewed…Deutsche Welle
• 28 Oct Regional securityHigh officials from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey met with Iranian counterparts in Tehran, highlighting efforts towards regional peace amid fears of potential conflict involving the US and Israel against Iran. The meeting included representatives like Pakistan’s chief of defence forces and Saudi Arabia's defense minister, signaling the seriousness of the discussions on maintaining stability and security…Dawn
• 28 Oct The Tehran openingIranian leaders met with members of the Makkah Defence Alliance, including senior Saudi officials, amid tensions over potential US-Israeli military action against Iran and ongoing conflict in Yemen. Pakistan’s army chief proposed the meeting as part of efforts to restart peace talks between the US and Iran. The discussions focused on regional cooperation and the consequences of continued aggression, but no…Dawn
• 27 Oct Saudi Arabia offered Houthis $1 billion through Iran to stop attacks: ReportSaudi Arabia reportedly offered $1 billion to Yemen’s Houthi group through Iran to secure a ceasefire and halt attacks on the kingdom, according to Israeli media citing diplomatic sources in the Gulf. During talks brokered by Iran in Tehran, Saudi defense minister Prince Khalid bin Salman allegedly brought money aboard his transport aircraft, though no confirmation of actual transfers was provided. The meeting…Times of India
• 27 Oct Makkah pact allies move from defence to diplomacyTop officials from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey met with Iranian counterparts in Islamabad to discuss regional security and cooperation, marking a shift towards diplomacy under the Makkah defence pact. President Masoud Pezeshkian of Iran expressed support for efforts that strengthen unity among Muslim nations. The meeting addressed issues such as halting Houthi attacks and reopening the Strait of Hormuz…Dawn
• 27 Oct Saudi defence pact countries push for peace in IranOfficials from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan met with Iranian officials in Tehran on Monday to address the escalating conflict in West Asia, including recent attacks by Yemen's Houthis on Saudi Arabia. This meeting was the first high-level contact between Iran and these nations since a regional war that began after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran. The countries agreed to continue talks aimed at strengthening…Times of India
• 26 Oct Delegations arrive in Tehran for security talksSenior officials from Iran, Pakistan, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia have convened in Tehran on October 26, 2026, to address regional security issues, including military conflicts and support for Palestine and Lebanon. The meeting aims to discuss ways to enhance stability and cooperation among the participating nations.Al Jazeera
• 26 Oct Iran, Mecca pact countries agree to continue talks after 'first' meeting: state mediaOn October 26, 2026, Iranian state television reported that Iran held its first meeting with representatives from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey in Tehran. These countries are signatories to the Mecca defence pact. The parties agreed to continue discussions aimed at strengthening cooperation and addressing regional peace and security issues.The Hindu
• 26 Oct Pezeshkian urges 'regional unity' in meeting with Makkah pact countries in TehranIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian hosted representatives from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey in Tehran on Monday to discuss regional unity and cooperation. The meeting focused on topics such as regional security, the impact of US-Israeli aggression against Iran, and efforts toward endogenous security in West Asia. Iranian officials emphasized the importance of mutual trust and cooperation among Islamic…Dawn
• 26 Oct Mecca defence alliance members in Tehran to defuse Iran-US, Yemen tensionsMinisters and senior officials from Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey are in Tehran to discuss regional security issues with Iran amid tensions between the US and Iran. The meeting includes talks on missile and drone attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels against Saudi Arabia. Analysts believe these discussions aim to prevent further conflict but note that military engagement is not a viable option for Turkey and…Al Jazeera

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