Foreign ministers from eight countries have called for regional conflicts to be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy following a meeting in Türkiye's Istanbul city, highlighting the need for negotiations and stronger international cooperation to maintain stability.

The joint statement was issued by the foreign ministers of Türkiye, Egypt, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Germany, the United Kingdom, France and Italy, according to TRT Haber.

The ministers discussed several major regional security challenges, including the conflict involving the US, Israel and Iran, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the situation in Yemen.

They also addressed maritime security, emphasizing the importance of safe navigation through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea.

The eight countries stressed the need for lasting solutions based on negotiations and relevant United Nations resolutions, underscoring diplomacy as a means of preventing further escalation and addressing regional disputes.

The ministers also agreed to continue coordinating their efforts to prevent conflicts and strengthen regional stability.