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New Middle East "Quadrilateral" Forms Amid Ongoing Iran War

Published on May 26, 2026

A new informal Middle Eastern quadrilateral is taking shape as the war involving the US, Israel, and Iran continues to unfold. Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey are increasing their diplomatic coordination while conflict across the region remains active and uncertain.

 

The group is not a formal alliance, but it reflects growing pressure to respond to an ongoing war that is still reshaping security, energy flows, and regional politics. Meetings in Riyadh, Islamabad, and Antalya signal a shift toward closer consultation during an unstable moment in time.

 

Why Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey Are Coordinating

The four states have started holding repeated foreign minister meetings to discuss shared security concerns linked to the ongoing Iran war. Talks began in Riyadh on March 19, 2026, followed by meetings in Islamabad on March 29 and Antalya on April 18.

 

The focus is on managing spillover risks, stabilizing regional tensions, and improving

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