Tehran:Iran's Foreign Ministry has announced that Tehran's recent hosting of senior military and security officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey is a significant move towards enhancing regional security cooperation.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei highlighted the importance of the four-way meeting, describing it as a crucial development in regional diplomacy. The talks, held with Iran's approval, are seen as a practical step towards creating regional security mechanisms based on shared interests.

Baghaei reiterated Iran's longstanding view that lasting stability and security in the Middle East can only be achieved through the collaborative efforts and political will of the regional countries themselves. He expressed optimism that the meeting would lead to broader cooperation among the involved nations.

In a separate statement, Baghaei mentioned that a visit by a Qatari delegation to Tehran on Sunday was part of ongoing regional consultations, emphasizing the bilateral relations and Qatar's role as a mediator in the region.