Iran has called on regional countries to strengthen relations, trust, and security without the involvement of external players [1].
This diplomatic push comes as Tehran seeks to counter what it describes as the expansionist policies of Israel and the influence of outside powers in the Middle East [1]. By advocating for a regional security framework independent of Western influence, Iran aims to shift the balance of power toward local cooperation.
Ismail Baghaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, said the region must build security based on mutual trust rather than reliance on the U.S. [1]. He said the Mecca agreement is evidence that security cannot be achieved through the United States [1].
Baghaei also addressed the use of neighboring territories, saying that Tehran rejects the use of adjacent lands to launch attacks against Iran [1]. He said the concept of "selective justice" in the context of regional conflicts is dismissed [1].
Regarding new diplomatic alignments, Baghaei addressed the security pact between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. He said there is no justification to view this specific agreement as being directed against Iran [1].
The spokesperson said the path to stability lies in the ability of regional states to resolve their own disputes. He said neighbors should prioritize direct dialogue to ensure long-term security [1].
“"We call on the countries of the region to strengthen relations, trust, and security without external players"”
Iran's rhetoric reflects a strategic effort to isolate U.S. influence in the Middle East while attempting to neutralize perceived threats from regional security pacts. By framing security as a local responsibility and citing the Mecca agreement, Tehran is positioning itself as a proponent of regional autonomy to discourage neighbors from forming military alliances with Western powers.
