Defence officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye are expected to arrive in Tehran for a series of security talks with Iranian security chief Mohsen Rezaei amid escalating tensions linked to the ongoing Iran war. The meeting is part of a broader diplomatic effort to address mounting concerns about potential military confrontation in the Middle East.
The talks come as a Saudi‑led coalition, supporting Yemen’s internationally recognised government, has intensified attacks on Houthi‑controlled areas, including the capital Sanaa. The coalition’s strikes followed a Houthi claim of responsibility for a ballistic missile attack on Riyadh’s airport.
Meanwhile, the United States has signalled no immediate plans to launch another strike against Iran. President Donald Trump told reporters on Sunday that there would not be a strike on Iran that day, ruling out imminent military action.
In a separate development, Israeli forces have killed at least eight Palestinians in Gaza, while imposing a lockdown across the occupied West Bank and conducting raids in the city of Hebron. These actions add to the already heightened regional tensions and military activity.
The scheduled security discussions in Tehran are expected to address a range of issues, from the Yemen conflict to broader regional stability. The outcome of the talks could influence the trajectory of Middle Eastern security dynamics in the coming weeks.
