Why it matters:
The rare trilateral engagement signals a growing willingness among West Asian powers to engage in multilateral dialogue amid ongoing regional crises, especially at a time when diplomacy in the region is under strain from multiple conflicts.
The big picture:
The 22nd edition of the Oslo Forum, an annual international retreat known for backchannel diplomacy and conflict resolution, focused heavily this year on developments in West Asia, particularly efforts toward regional de-escalation.
What they're saying:
All three ministers emphasized the importance of “regional dialogue and cooperation,” according to informed sources present at the panel.
Key points:
- Abbas Araghchi arrived in Oslo early Wednesday to attend the 22nd Oslo Forum.
- The panel also featured the Foreign Minister of Norway, Qatar’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, and other senior officials.
- Discussions centered on regional de-escalation, conflict resolution, and the evolving geopolitical dynamics of West Asia.
Go deeper:
The Oslo Forum is known as a discreet venue for mediators and decision-makers, co-hosted by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue.
This is one of the highest-profile platforms in Europe where regional rivals, such as Iran and Egypt, engage in dialogue under international observation.
Maryam Abolbagha
