Turkish and Iranian Foreign Ministers Discuss Ways to End Regional Conflicts by Phone

<p>Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Tuesday, 21 Mehr 1405 (13 October 2026). According to ISNA, relayed by Donya-e-Eqtesad and citing Anadolu and sources in Turkey's Foreign Ministry, the two ministers discussed recent developments in the region and efforts to find solutions to the ongoing conflicts.</p><p>Reuters also reported that the call was part of a review of diplomatic efforts to resolve disputes and ease tensions in the region. The reports give no detail on the specific topics discussed or any decision that came out of the call. For markets, regional diplomacy feeds expectations about negotiations and so the dollar, gold and oil.</p>