Iran says ‘not concerned' over new Turkey-Pakistan-Saudi Arabia security pact

Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a landmark defence deal a few days back assuring “collective deterrence” against attacks.

Iran sees no reason to be concerned that a new security pact between Pakistan, Turkey and Saudi Arabia is directed against Tehran, Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday.

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman emphasised on the rising need for countries to secure themselves rather than relying on foreign powers. (AFP)

Baghaei said the pact showed a shift in regional countries' approach to security, with greater reliance on their own capabilities rather than outside powers.

"Any plan that is based on the geopolitical and historical realities of the region, is comprehensive and inclusive, and correctly identifies the enemy and the threat, has a chance of helping to strengthen security and prevent instability and abuses by the Zionist enemy and its allies," he added, referring to Israel.