Senior Saudi, Pakistani and Turkish officials meet Iran to avert renewed war
Senior military and intelligence officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey met Iranian leaders Monday. They seek a diplomatic deal.
Saudi Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman met Iran's top officials Monday. Pakistan army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir was there.
Turkey's intelligence chief was there too. The delegations want to ease tensions.
The talks happen as tensions rise. Israel has elections Tuesday.
The US has elections November 3. Israeli and American leaders have made stronger threats.
Iranian leaders are standing firm. Iran's foreign ministry spokesman said talks can continue.
He said messages are being shared with the US through go-betweens. He complained that the US makes one-sided demands.
It uses the phrase complete surrender. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave a warning.
Iran or its proxies could attack before elections. Israel is ready to strike back with much stronger force.
- Defence Minister Khalid bin Salman
- Saudi delegation
- Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir
- Pakistan delegation
- Tuesday
- Israel election
- November 3
- US election
Why it mattersWhether diplomacy works or fails will decide if the Middle East faces renewed, large-scale conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States in the coming weeks.
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