To break Middle east deadlock, Egypt, Turkey FMs discuss reviving US–Iran negotiations

Adham mohamed7 hours ago

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and his Turkish counterpart Hakan Fidan discussed regional developments and efforts to revive US–Iran negotiations in a phone call on Wednesday, amid escalating tensions in the region, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs said.
The call comes as Egypt intensifies its diplomatic efforts to contain escalation across multiple regional fronts, positioning itself as a key intermediary between competing actors.
During the call, Abdelatty and Fidan exchanged views on the latest developments in the US–Iran talks, stressing the need for coordinated regional efforts to help resume negotiations as a path to de-escalating and ending the conflict, according to the ministry.
They also agreed to maintain close consultation during what both sides described as a “sensitive phase” for the region, warning of the serious implications of the current situation for regional peace and security. The discussion with Turkey is particularly significant given Ankara’s role as one of the main mediators in talks held in Islamabad, a diplomatic channel that has sought to bridge gaps between the United States and Iran but has recently faced setbacks.
The setback in those talks has increased pressure on regional powers, including Egypt, to keep efforts going and prevent further deterioration. In recent weeks, Cairo has stepped up coordination with regional and international partners to push for a return to negotiations between Washington and Tehran to prevent a wider conflict.
Late on Wednesday, Abdelatty held a separate phone call with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, during which both sides exchanged views on the course of the US–Iran negotiations. These contacts build on ongoing multilateral coordination within the Islamabad framework.
A day earlier, Egyptian Assistant Foreign Minister for Political Planning Nazih El-Nagary took part in a quadrilateral meeting in Islamabad with senior officials from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey to discuss regional challenges and ways to restore stability. Participants emphasized the need to uphold international principles, including respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and non-interference, with the outcomes expected to inform a ministerial meeting scheduled in Antalya.
The call with Turkey also coincides with Abdelatty’s visit to Washington this week, during which he met senior US officials and members of Congress to reinforce Egypt’s role in de-escalation efforts and stress the urgency of reviving diplomacy with Iran.