Why it matters:
The visits come amid shifting regional dynamics and Tehran’s ongoing strategy to rebuild trust and cooperation with Persian Gulf states. As tensions fluctuate across West Asia, direct diplomacy with Saudi Arabia and engagement in broader Arab Dialogue mark key steps in Iran's neighborhood-first policy.
The big picture:
Iran has been working to reset its relationships across the Persian Gulf, especially after recent diplomatic thaws with Saudi Arabia. The trip to Doha for the Iran–Arab World Dialogue conference reflects Tehran’s broader goal of positioning itself as a central voice in shaping regional discourse and security.
What he’s saying:
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei told reporters that “In line with the Islamic Republic’s core policy of consistently strengthening ties with neighbors, the Foreign Minister will travel to Riyadh on Saturday to meet with senior Saudi officials.”
He added that Araghchi would then head to Doha later that day to participate in the Iran–Arab Dialogue summit.
Key points:
- The visits underline Iran’s intent to take an active role in shaping regional cooperation frameworks.
Go deeper:
This diplomatic outreach follows months of quiet engagement and reconciliatory efforts between Iran and Saudi Arabia, brokered in part by regional powers like China.
Araghchi’s dual visit signals not only a tactical step in bilateral relations but also Iran’s desire to reassert its influence in broader Arab regional platforms.
Also, Iran and the U.S. will hold the fourth round of indirect nuclear talks mediated by Oman in Muscat on Sunday.
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