Saudi Arabia explores non-aggression pact with Iran
Report says Gulf discussions include Helsinki-style framework aimed at reducing tensions and building regional security guarantees after conflict
LONDON (MNTV) — Saudi Arabia has reportedly discussed the possibility of a Middle East non-aggression framework with Iran as part of broader efforts to stabilize regional tensions following the US-Israel war involving Tehran, according to a Financial Times report citing diplomatic sources.
The report said there has been no official confirmation from Saudi authorities, but suggested that early-stage discussions are examining models similar to the 1975 Helsinki Accords, which were designed to ease Cold War-era rivalries and encourage cooperation between competing blocs.
European governments and EU institutions have expressed support for the proposal, encouraging Gulf states to consider it as a way to reduce the risk of renewed escalation and to offer security guarantees to Iran and neighboring countries.
They see it as a preventive diplomatic framework that could lower the chances of another regional conflict while stabilizing broader Middle East security dynamics.
Diplomatic sources cited in the report also indicated that Gulf states remain concerned about long-term regional instability, particularly in relation to Iran’s missile and drone capabilities, as well as ongoing tensions involving Israel, Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria.
The report further noted that several regional countries, including Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Türkiye, and Egypt, are expanding security and economic coordination in the aftermath of recent hostilities.
It also said Pakistan has proposed broadening its defense cooperation with Riyadh to include additional regional partners such as Qatar and Türkiye.
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