Iran’s acting defence minister has called for the creation of a joint security mechanism among Islamic countries, stating that the presence of extra-regional forces has become a source of instability, during a telephone conversation with his Turkish counterpart, state-run Press TV has reported.

Brigadier General Majid Ibn Reza and Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler reviewed regional developments, the implementation of the June 27 ceasefire agreement between Iran and the US, and ways to enhance defense and security ties between Tehran and Ankara.

Ibn Reza said Tehran accepted the arrangement to “help restore regional stability” and at the request of friendly and neighboring countries. However, he expressed deep distrust in the US, citing a long record of failing to honor its commitments.

“Given the long history of US breach of promises, we have zero trust in the opposing side,” Ibn Reza said. “The Armed Forces of Iran remain on full alert, and any violation of the agreement will be met with a proportionate response.”