Saudi ministry says Mecca Defense Alliance members’ Tehran visit aims to ease tensions, support mediation and prevent renewed military escalation

The Saudi foreign ministry said the visit to Tehran by member states of the Mecca Defense Alliance aims to de-escalate tensions between the parties to the conflict and encourage dialogue and diplomatic solutions.

The ministry added that the visit is intended to support mediation efforts by Qatar and Pakistan. It reiterated the importance of opening negotiation channels to prevent a return to military escalation in the region.