'Mecca Agreement' statement from Syria

Syrian Foreign Minister Assad Hasan Shaybani spoke at the opening of the "Fundamentals of Regional Security" session within the scope of "Manama Dialogue 2026" held in Bahrain.

Drawing attention to regional security balances, Şeybani said, "Today, no regional country can think about its own security alone. The security of the Persian Gulf is an integral part of Syria's regional security." he said.

"Syria's participation in the Mecca Alliance is being evaluated"

Şeybani stated that Syria stands with the Gulf countries and their people against cross-border militias and said, "Negotiations continue to evaluate Syria's participation in the Mecca Alliance." he said.

Regarding regional cooperation, Şeybani emphasized that relations with Türkiye are at an advanced level in political, economic and military fields.

Şeybani continued his words as follows:

"Relations between Syria and Turkey are outstanding and advanced in political, economic and military fields. Syria's military cooperation is not limited only to Turkey. We also have cooperation with Arab countries in military and security fields."

Pointing out the difficulties that the Syrian people have faced for 14 years and the importance of international support, Şeybani stated that the disruption of support could cause regional threats to spread to other countries.

Pointing to the events in Yemen in recent months, Shaybani stated that they support this country to regain its sovereignty and stability.

Stating that relations with neighboring countries are following a positive course, Şeybani stated that they do not have any disagreements with Jordan, on the contrary, there is an integrated relationship between the two countries.

Şeybani stated that the third meeting of the Syria-Jordan High Strategic Council will be held next month and that they are carrying out comprehensive cooperation with Iraq, Lebanon and Jordan to ensure border security and stability.

Emphasizing that Syria is in solidarity with the Gulf countries and Jordan against all kinds of attacks, Şeybani said that in their recent meeting with the Iraqi Prime Minister, they discussed the option of resuming oil shipment through Banyas in order to secure the energy flow.

Pointing out the importance of joint action in the fight against regional threats, Şeybani made the following evaluations:

"Fighting against smuggling requires information sharing and operational coordination that protects the sovereignty of states and ensures the safety of civilians' lives.

"Syria has joined the International Coalition Against DAESH and taken a historic step by integrating the armed groups in the northeast of the country into national state institutions."

"More than 3.7 million Syrians returned home"

Regarding the internal developments in Syria, Shaybani noted that steps have been taken to restore stability in the country.

Shaybani said, "More than 3.7 million Syrians returned home. This is clear evidence of the birth of the new Syria." he said.

"Golan Heights is Syrian territory"

Referring to United Nations Security Council resolution 497, Shaybani emphasized that the Golan Heights is Syrian territory.

Şeybani also stated that they have stepped into a new parliamentary life in the country.

Stating that they condemn the missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) attacks against Saudi Arabia in the strongest terms, Şeybani said, "The stability of the Gulf is a natural extension of the security of Damascus. The weapon derives its legitimacy only from the legitimacy of the state." he said.

Mecca Joint Defense Agreement

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Pakistani Prime Minister Mohammed Shahbaz Sharif and Saudi Arabian Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud signed the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement in Mecca on August 7.

The agreement, which is a reflection of the commitment of Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to develop regional solutions to regional problems and their common strategic vision focusing on regional security and stability, aims to strengthen the security of the three countries through common deterrence and defense.