Iran has called on Middle Eastern nations to form a new regional security and military alliance that excludes both the United States and Israel, signaling a push to redefine the region’s strategic architecture amid escalating conflict.
Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesperson for Iran’s Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, said the current crisis marks a turning point, urging countries in the region to take collective responsibility for their own security without relying on external powers.
Framing ongoing US-Israeli strikes on Iran as the beginning of a “new phase,” Zolfaghari called for a unified response, proposing a joint security framework rooted in shared regional and Islamic principles.
He argued that dependence on outside actors has failed to deliver stability, emphasizing the need for a collective charter that prioritizes regional autonomy and cooperation.
The proposal comes as hostilities continue to escalate, with Iran launching missile and drone strikes in response to attacks targeting its territory, raising fears of a broader regional confrontation.
While the idea highlights Tehran’s effort to rally support, its feasibility remains uncertain, as many regional states maintain longstanding security partnerships with the United States.
The initiative underscores a widening geopolitical divide and competing visions for the future of Middle East security.
Source: TRT Africa
