Saudi Arabia is considering a regional non-aggression pact involving Iran and Middle Eastern states, according to a Financial Times report cited by multiple outlets. The proposed framework would be modeled on the 1975 Helsinki Accords, an agreement designed to reduce tensions between the United States and Europe on one side and the Soviet Union and its allies on the other. Supporters say it could provide a common structure for managing conflict and preserving stability, including mechanisms tied to territorial and political principles and broader cooperation.
An Arab diplomat quoted by the Financial Times says such an approach would likely be welcomed by many Arab and Muslim states and by Iran, though participation could depend on who joins and whether Israel is included. Middle East Eye reports that while some European capitals and EU institutions have shown support, it is unclear whether the United States and Israel would back the proposal. Questions also remain about how sensitive issues—such as navigation and control arrangements connected to the Strait of Hormuz—would be handled.
The discussion follows a period of heightened Gulf-Iran tensions during the current Iran war, when Gulf states took different positions and sought to avoid wider escalation. Overall, the idea is presented as an attempt to reduce risk after hostilities, but key allies and practical details are not yet resolved.
